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Ep 89 - Amy Horowitz On Street Photography, Human Connection, and Her Photobook A Walk in the Park.
Episode Description
Amy Horowitz is a New York City–based street photographer whose work transforms everyday public spaces into powerful, human stories.
Any Studied at the International Center of Photography (ICP), Amy has emerged as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary street and documentary photography, with her work exhibited and awarded internationally across major photography festivals and institutions.
In 2025, she released her debut photobook, A Walk in the Park?, published by Schilt Publishing, a long-form portrait project created in and around Washington Square Park in New York City. The book explores young adulthood, identity, vulnerability, and presence through quiet, deeply observed portraits made over time. The project has received widespread international recognition, including honors from LensCulture, Head On Photo Festival, Paris International Street Photography Awards, Women Street Photographers, Brussels Street Photography Festival, and many more.
In this episode of The Life of Phys Podcast, we talk about:
- The making of A Walk in the Park? and the journey from project to photobook
- Long-term documentary and street photography projects
- Photographing strangers with empathy and trust
- The role of patience and presence in meaningful photography
- Navigating exhibitions, awards, and international recognition
- Staying grounded while your work gains momentum
This is an honest, thoughtful conversation about building work slowly, paying attention, and using photography to better understand people, public space, and ourselves.
If you’re interested in street photography, documentary photography, photobooks, portrait projects, or long-term creative work, this episode offers deep insight into both the artistic and human side of the process.
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Buy Amy's Book: A Walk In The Park?
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