Teen-Agers in Their Bedrooms, Before the Age of Selfies
Briefly

Adrienne Salinger's photography collection, originally printed in the nineties, features portraits of teenagers in their bedrooms. Aimed at accessibility, Salinger wished for her work to resonate with the youth depicted, rather than being priced out of reach like many photo books. The reissue, titled 'Adrienne Salinger: Teenagers in Their Bedrooms,' will be a beautifully crafted hardback and reflects the timeless and evocative nature of her work. In light of today’s constantly photographed youth, Salinger’s original images provide a poignant contrast to modern self-presentations on social media.
Salinger's collection, originally published as 'In My Room: Teenagers in Their Bedrooms,' aimed to reflect the lives of teenagers through accessible art, not just expensive photography.
The reissue of 'Adrienne Salinger: Teenagers in Their Bedrooms' underscores its status as an essential work reflecting teen life, contrasting with today's social media-driven self-image.
Read at The New Yorker
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