Will Vogt's 'Behind the Hedges' Photographs American Privilege from Within
In April 2026, Schilt Publishing & Gallery will release Will Vogt's second photobook, 'Behind the Hedges,' which provides a close examination of American privilege. The book chronicles over fifty years of experiences with family and friends in locations such as Watch Hill and other familiar spots. The visuals portray leisurely activities that uphold a particular class and its traditions. Curator Jennifer Garza-Cuen refers to wealth as a form of protection. The images feature scenarios like children navigating a golf bunker and hunting in secluded areas, alongside moments of tension, such as the presence of a lone Black guest at a gathering. Drawing inspiration from Robert Frank and 1960s pop culture, Vogt's work strikes a balance between intimacy and critique.
Key facts
- Will Vogt's second photobook 'Behind the Hedges' is published by Schilt Publishing & Gallery in April 2026.
- The book covers over fifty years of family and friends in locations including Watch Hill and a family ranch in South Texas.
- Images depict leisure activities: vacations, hunting, garden rituals.
- Jennifer Garza-Cuen curated the volume and wrote the essay 'Posture of Privilege.'
- Garza-Cuen describes wealth as a protective layer smoothing life's sharp edges.
- Moments of friction include a single Black guest at a party and a cemetery of bones from hunting.
- Vogt's influences include Robert Frank, the Beatles, Bob Dylan, and Fitzgerald.
- Vogt received mentorship from Garza-Cuen and has worked alongside Allen Frame.
Entities
Artists
- Will Vogt
- Jennifer Garza-Cuen
- Robert Frank
- Allen Frame
- Bob Dylan
- F. Scott Fitzgerald
Institutions
- Schilt Publishing & Gallery
Locations
- Watch Hill
- South Texas
- United States