People are so complex, yet we often view others through a singular lens. Through everything I do, my goal is to go beyond this singular view of people and the world by creating raw and honest work with a focus on capturing people and telling stories in their fullest, clearest forms,

We can learn so much from each other. To learn, though, we have to listen. I believe that a lack of understanding – and often, a lack of willingness to understand – comes from our inability to listen and have an open mind to stories and experiences outside our own. I hope to encourage and expand our understanding of one another by exploring and showcasing the complexity and nuance of the human experience to create a more empathetic world.

My work is about the connection and bonds between all of us and how we exist not only as individuals but also as a collective of life and experiences: past, present, and future. My work is constantly growing and evolving. I am, too. This is my passion, and I’m so thankful for the opportunity to continually expand my understanding of this world and the people in it.

Brian Edsall is a New York–based photographer and writer whose work explores dehumanization and social justice.


Published Work

Education

  • Brian holds a Master of Public Administration with a concentration in Ethical Leadership and a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Legal Studies from Marist University.