Christopher Postlewaite's Philadelphia Photographs
Based in Philadelphia, Christopher Postlewaite is a photographer and musician whose work explores themes of place, subculture, and self-representation through both staged and observational imagery. He earned a BA and BFA from SUNY Purchase, followed by an MFA from the Yale School of Art. His photography captures his social circle, featuring his partner, friends, and local landmarks such as the burned-down Foto Club after-hours bar, the former strip club Cousin Danny's, and a puddle near his South Philadelphia residence. Postlewaite likens his artistic method to a photobooth, merging performance with self-presentation. His creations are included in the 2026 Booooooom Art & Photo Book Award and the Tomorrow's Talent 5 Book, showcasing over 60 artists across 276 pages.
Key facts
- Christopher Postlewaite is a photographer and musician based in Philadelphia.
- He holds a BA and BFA from SUNY Purchase and an MFA from the Yale School of Art.
- His work includes staged and observational images of his social circle.
- Subjects include Foto Club, a members-only after-hours bar that burned down in April.
- Another subject is Cousin Danny's, a former strip club used as a group portrait setting.
- Postlewaite compares his work to a photobooth, blending performance and self-presentation.
- His work is part of the 2026 Booooooom Art & Photo Book Award.
- The Tomorrow's Talent 5 Book features 60+ artists across 276 pages.
Entities
Artists
- Christopher Postlewaite
Institutions
- SUNY Purchase
- Yale School of Art
- Booooooom
- Foto Club
- Cousin Danny's
Locations
- Philadelphia
- South Philadelphia
- United States