Alec Soth Guest Edits Aperture 247 on Dreams and Chance in Photography

Aperture's Summer 2022 edition, titled 'Sleepwalking' and guest-edited by Alec Soth, delves into the connections between photography, dreams, journeys, and serendipity. This issue showcases works by Emila Medová, a Czech artist from the Soviet era, and features Sophie Calle's exploration of an abandoned hotel in Paris, alongside Soth's travel images from the US. Additionally, Jesse Dorris conducts an interview with Duane Michals regarding concepts of luck and destiny, while Marina Warner analyzes the portrayal of sleepwalkers in art. New surreal series are presented by artists Etienne Courtois, Maja Daniels, and Elliott Jerome Brown Jr. The issue also launches The PhotoBook Review, highlighting recent works by Nona Faustine, Samuel Fosso, and Óscar Monzón. Released on June 7, 2022, it comprises 148 pages and carries the ISBN 9781597115254.