Photography

A revelatory new photography exhibition illustrates the dignity of Detroiters at work and rest

In the exhibition “Russ Marshall: Detroit Photographs, 1958-2008,” now on view at the Detroit Institute of Arts, the artist’s life-long…

4 years ago

What it’s like for young Detroit photographers documenting Black Lives Matter protests

“It’s sad to see this happening over and over again, but it’s empowering to see young people taking charge and…

4 years ago

Detroit nature walks aren’t just for birders — they’re a way to explore the quieter side of the city

Empty roads, canals and bridges are among Melissa McLeod’s favorite spots to look for birds. From the slow-moving canals of…

4 years ago

Deirdre Roberson, Detroit designer, pushes for change through Eumelanin clothing line

"Growing up as a dark-skinned woman, you’re told a lot of things based on your skin tone...I thought, how do…

4 years ago

Dearborn’s Ramadan lights may get switched off, but a bright tradition is just beginning

More than 150 people participated in the first year of the Ramadan Lights Challenge — and the winning displays are…

4 years ago

14 things to keep you busy — and smiling — in Detroit this week

With so much sadness and worry surrounding the impact of COVID-19, staying positive isn't always easy. So, for this week's…

5 years ago

Front porch revival: How social distancing shines a light on our long-neglected public-private realm

These days, quarantined Detroiters are finding ourselves drawn to the oft-neglected spaces between our private lives and the public realm.…

5 years ago

A Detroit photojournalist returns home to share these agonizing photos of the refugee crisis

The latest gallery show from the Detroit-based writer and documentarian showcases his most emotional work yet -- the stories and…

5 years ago

Muslim Life Outside of the Mosque

Yes, Detroit’s a 'Halal Metropolis' -- and it has been for a century At Target earlier this month, you could buy…

5 years ago

7 of Detroit’s architectural creatures watching you from above

You might not always notice the gargoyles and other faces carved on Detroit's famous buildings, but they see you...

6 years ago