Arnold and Augusta Newman Lecture in Photography: Abelardo Morell

Through innovative techniques and a masterful understanding of optics, one photographer continues to push the boundaries of how we perceive and capture the world around us. The Arnold and Augusta Newman Foundation Lecture in Photography presents The Universe Next Door featuring acclaimed Cuban American photographer Abelardo Morell at the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami, on Wednesday, February 26.

During the evening, Morell will discuss his artistic evolution and recent works, including his pioneering use of camera obscura and the development of his distinctive tent-camera technique. His unique approach merges traditional photographic methods with innovative processes, creating images that reveal unexpected perspectives of familiar subjects. The lecture offers insight into Morell's creative process and his ongoing exploration of photography's fundamental principles.