Brooke DiDonato's Monograph 'Take a Picture, It Will Last Longer' Compiles Decade of Surreal Photography

On May 5, 2026, photographer Brooke DiDonato will unveil her monograph titled 'Take a Picture, It Will Last Longer,' showcasing more than ten years of her surreal photography. This book delves into the dualities of comfort and unease through meticulously staged visuals that reimagine everyday environments into strange landscapes, drawing inspiration from her upbringing in a small Ohio town. DiDonato employs subtle color schemes and sharp lighting to craft believable surreal alterations. Her artistic approach merges planning with spontaneity, eliciting a range of emotional reactions. Among her significant pieces are 'Subscribe to My Only Fans' (2022), 'A Long Story' (2023), 'Disappear in Ten Steps' (2022), and others spanning from 2014 to 2023.