Susan Meiselas compiles photography sourcebook 'Eyes Open' for young creators

Released on April 20, 2021, the hardcover book 'Eyes Open: 23 Photography Projects for Curious Kids' was compiled by Magnum photographer Susan Meiselas. This 160-page publication features 121 images and presents 23 projects designed to inspire children's creative expression through photography. The sourcebook includes work by professional artists alongside photographs taken by young people from various global locations. Meiselas, who joined Magnum Photos in 1976 and serves as president of Magnum Foundation, holds an MA in visual education from Harvard University. Her distinguished career includes receiving the Robert Capa Gold Medal, Leica Award for Excellence, Hasselblad Foundation Photography Prize, Cornel Capa Infinity Award, Harvard Arts Medal, and MacArthur Fellowship. The book measures 8.25 by 11.25 by 0.8 inches and carries ISBN 9781683952374. Meiselas has previously published notable works including 'Nicaragua' (1981, reissued by Aperture in 2008 and 2016) and 'On the Front Line' (Aperture, 2017). The publication aims to facilitate discovery and new storytelling methods through playful yet meaningful photographic exercises.