About the Artist

Alex Vance

The Philosophy

Photography, for me, is not about capturing what is seen—it's about revealing what is felt. Every image is a dialogue between light and emotion, a moment suspended in time where the mundane transforms into the extraordinary.

I approach each project as a narrative waiting to unfold. Whether working on a high-fashion editorial or an intimate portrait session, my goal remains the same: to create images that resonate on a deeply human level, images that linger in memory long after the first glance.

The Journey

My path to photography began in an unexpected place—a darkroom in my grandmother's attic. There, surrounded by decades-old cameras and forgotten negatives, I discovered the alchemical magic of developing film. That tactile connection to the craft shaped my aesthetic, even as I've embraced digital tools.

After earning my MFA from Yale School of Art, I moved to New York to pursue editorial and fine art photography. What started as small assignments for independent magazines evolved into collaborations with major publications and brands. Yet, through it all, I've maintained my commitment to personal projects—those explorations that keep my artistic voice authentic and evolving.

Career Timeline

Solo Exhibition at MoMA

2024

First major solo exhibition featuring 50 works from the past decade

Vogue Cover Feature

2023

Shot the September issue cover featuring emerging fashion designers

International Photography Award

2022

Received the prestigious Hasselblad Award for Fine Art Photography

Nike Global Campaign

2021

Lead photographer for Nike's "Just Do It" global campaign

Published First Monograph

2020

"Moments in Between" - A collection of personal work spanning 10 years

Established NYC Studio

2018

Opened a dedicated studio space in Brooklyn for commercial and fine art work

MFA from Yale School of Art

2015

Graduated with honors, specializing in contemporary photography

Selected Clients & Publications

Vogue
Nike
Harper's Bazaar
The New York Times
Dior
Apple
National Geographic
Esquire