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The Lens is the FotoFocus editorial platform, highlighting our programming and featuring in-depth conversations on photography and the moving image drawn from perspectives and insights in our community, throughout our region, and around the globe.


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FotoFocus Presents: Matt Black

Posted on February 3, 2026

FotoFocus is pleased to announce Matt Black as the latest speaker in its Lecture and Visiting Artist Series. This event is free and open to the public but registration is kindly requested. A reception will immediately follow the talk in the Marek-Weaver Family Commons.

Guests with an RSVP are strongly encouraged to arrive between 6–6:15pm for first choice seating. Walk-in guests will be invited to select remaining seats beginning at 6:15pm.

Details

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:30pmCincinnati Art Museum, Fath Auditorium953 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45202

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FotoFocus Presents: An-My Lê

Posted on February 6, 2025

FotoFocus is pleased to present the Spring 2025 Lecture and Visiting Artist Series with An-My Lê.

Details

Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 6:30pmCincinnati Art Museum, Fath Auditorium953 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45202

This event is free and open to the public but registration is kindly requested. A reception will immediately follow the talk in the Marek-Weaver Family Commons.

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2024: Our Year in Review

Posted on December 13, 2024

From watching construction progress on the FotoFocus Center, to hosting the Visiting Lecture and Artist Series, fostering new community partnerships, implementing the 2024 Biennial, and installing a mural, this year has been nothing short of exciting. We're excited to share a photo gallery from the Biennial. Stay tuned for 2025 as we look forward to welcoming visitors to the FotoFocus Center.

Below we recap 5 things that shaped our 2024.

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Q&A with Director, Producer, and Writer Roger Ross Williams

Posted on March 18, 2024

FotoFocus welcomes Roger Ross Williams as part of the Spring 2024 Lecture and Visiting Artist Series this Thursday, March 21 at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. Williams is an Oscar, Emmy, NAACP Image Awards, Webby, and Peabody award-winning director, producer, and writer. FotoFocus interviewed Williams to learn more about his recent projects.

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FotoFocus Presents: Roger Ross Williams

Posted on January 30, 2024

FotoFocus is pleased to present the Spring 2024 Lecture and Visiting Artist Series with Roger Ross Williams.

Details

Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 6pmNational Underground Railroad Freedom Center50 E Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202

This event is free and open to the public, but we encourage you to let us know that you plan to attend. A public reception will immediately follow the talk.

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