CULTURAL CRITIQUE

The subversive queer subtext behind ‘The White Lotus’ — Document Journal — From Wilhelm von Gloeden to Oscar Wilde, the series hides a secret in plain sight: the untold history of Sicily’s gay destination Taormina

Lil Yachty is the new face of financial wellness — Document Journal — Personal finance looks different for today’s youth as they break barriers of investment

In ‘Whirlpool,’ Jim Goldberg examines the spirit of the small-town South — Document Journal — For Document’s Winter/Resort 2023 issue, the photographer uncovers the nuance of the working-class life along Arkansas’s White River

Frédéric Lagrange finds faith in faces — Document Journal — For Document’s tenth anniversary, the photographer presents the most memorable moments of his career in a series of portraits

Genesis Breyer P-Orridge and Lady Jaye are alive in ‘We Are But One’ — Document Journal — At Pioneer Works, the first major posthumous presentation of the artists’ works explores their groundbreaking project ‘Pandrogyne’

‘Pam & Tommy’ tells a story about exploitation, without the consent of the exploited — Document Journal — As celebrity biopics reign supreme, how involved should their subjects be in shaping their own narratives?

A glimpse inside the glamorous heyday of Halston — Document Journal — Photographer Dustin Pittman shares images of the legendary designer alongside Liza Minnelli, Pat Cleveland, and other icons from his star-studded entourage

Electric Studios pays tribute to the late lo-fi legend Daniel Johnston — Document Journal — The New York institution will display 30 of the cult songwriter's drawings in an upcoming exhibition

A chair show in Detroit explores form over function — Document Journal — For Detroit Month of Design, Jack Craig hosts works from creatives across disciplines

Ming Smith captures the strength and sisterhood in women’s basketball — Document Journal — For the 25th anniversary of the WNBA, Jordan Brand enlists the photographer for a celebration of its female athletes

Photographer Jason Landis explores the intimacies of evolution — Document Journal — Set in the depths of the rainforest, Jason Landis' new book, ‘When I Close My Eyes I See A Golden Orb,’ captures the innate ability to adapt, to people and places

Electric Studios pays tribute to the late lo-fi legend Daniel Johnston — Document Journal — The New York institution will display 30 of the cult songwriter's drawings in an upcoming exhibition

Photographer Danny Lowe captures generations of gypsy fashion at Appleby Horse Fair — Document Journal — The 250-year-old gathering is hyper-macho, hyper-feminine, steeped in tradition, and welcome to all

Janette Beckman captures four decades of countercultural rebellion  — Document Journal — The photographer’s new book 'Rebels: From Punk to Dior' highlights music legends, subcultures, and social movements

Finally, a Polaroid camera for going out — Document Journal — Launched today, the world's smallest instant analog camera is perfect for spontaneous moments of inspiration

Hiroshi Fujiwara Is Bringing A Taste of Japanese Streetwear to Moncler — Interview Magazine — The Japanese DJ and designer is rethinking the Italian luxury label's timeless designs

Lee Burridge shares six songs for musical meditation  — Document Journal — The DJ has signed on to collaborate with MEYA, an app that harnesses the power of dance music for mental health