Stephen Miller

Bio 

Solidifying his style in the late 2010s while living in Washington DC and attending Howard University. He would go on to do photography for Soho House, Apple and Oscar de la Renta. His work has been featured in The New York Times, ESSENCE and Dwell Magazine. Based in Brooklyn NY, he now works as a freelance photographer –– specializing in portrait and documentary photography.

Artist Statement

In this collection of four photographs, Stephen explores the intricate and profound connections that define our shared human experience: friendship, community, romance, and public displays of affection. Each image serves as a visual poem, capturing moments of intimacy and connection that speak to the universal need for belonging and love.

The common thread of human connection runs through each image, whether it is the unspoken understanding between friends, the collective joy of a community, or the intimate gestures of lovers.

In a world where genuine connections are often overshadowed by materialism, the commercialization of love turns profound emotions into marketable commodities. The pressure to conform to idealized images of romance can dilute the authenticity of our relationships, reducing deep and meaningful bonds to mere transactions. This collection invites viewers to reflect on the true essence of human connection, urging us to cherish and protect the authenticity of our friendships, communities, and romantic relationships in a society that increasingly seeks to monetize our most intimate moments.