Josh Aronson's Photo Book Speed Date Fosters Community Through Shared Photography Volumes

Miami-based photographer Josh Aronson created Photo Book Speed Date, an initiative where participants gather to discuss photography books in timed rotations. The program began in 2022 as an experimental event during Aronson's gallery exhibition, inspired by a similar speed-dating format in New York. Participants bring personal photo books to share, fostering connections that have led to romantic relationships and professional collaborations. Events have been held at venues like the Pérez Art Museum Miami in 2025. Aronson plans to expand the program internationally in 2026, with stops in California, New York, and other global museum locations, aiming to build creative communities through in-person engagement.