Katy Grannan: Sugar Camp Road

Through portraits made with amateur models on public lands, Grannan probes the overlapping and clashing motivations of subjects, photographers, and viewers—each playing a different role in the complex drama of looking and being seen.

Color photograph of a woman in a bikini lying on her back in a shallow rocky creek in a forest

Color photograph of a young man in a bathing suit posed with his hand on his hip on the rocky shore of a misty lake

Color photograph of a woman in a long white dress standing on a fallen tree trunk on the shore of a still lake

Color photograph of two boys wearing only shorts and sneakers standing in a sunny grove of trees

Color photograph of a woman in an orange net body suit and high heels seated in the grass by a gravel road

Color photograph of a nude man reclining against a tree next to a stagnant pond

Color photograph of a woman in a white bodysuit reclining on a grassy hillside next to the corner of a chainlink fence

Color photograph of a shirtless girl kneeling in a stagnant pool in a grassy clearing

Katy Grannan: Sugar Camp Road

Through portraits made with amateur models on public lands, Grannan probes the overlapping and clashing motivations of subjects, photographers, and viewers—each playing a different role in the complex drama of looking and being seen.

Color photograph of a woman in a bikini lying on her back in a shallow rocky creek in a forest — Katy Grannan, Meghan, Saw Kill River, Annandale, NY, 2002

chromogenic print, 49 x 61 inches (framed) [124.5 x 155 cm]

Color photograph of a young man in a bathing suit posed with his hand on his hip on the rocky shore of a misty lake — Katy Grannan, Corey, Quabbin Reservoir, Barre, MA, 2003

chromogenic print, 49 x 61 inches (framed) [124.5 x 155 cm]

Color photograph of a woman in a long white dress standing on a fallen tree trunk on the shore of a still lake — Katy Grannan, Joshi, Mystic Lake, MA, 2002

chromogenic print, 49 x 61 inches (framed) [124.5 x 155 cm]

Color photograph of two boys wearing only shorts and sneakers standing in a sunny grove of trees — Katy Grannan, Christopher and Zachary, Bay Farm, Duxbury, MA, 2002

chromogenic print, 49 x 61 inches (framed) [124.5 x 155 cm]

Color photograph of a woman in an orange net body suit and high heels seated in the grass by a gravel road — Katy Grannan, Kamika, near Route 9, Poughkeepsie, New York, 2003

chromogenic print, 49 x 61 inches (framed) [124.5 x 155 cm]

Color photograph of a nude man reclining against a tree next to a stagnant pond — Katy Grannan, Mike, Private Property, New Paltz, NY, 2003

chromogenic print, 49 x 61 inches (framed) [124.5 x 155 cm]

Color photograph of a woman in a white bodysuit reclining on a grassy hillside next to the corner of a chainlink fence — Katy Grannan, Danielle, Vacant Lot, Burleigh Road, New Paltz, NY, 2003

chromogenic print, 49 x 61 inches (framed) [124.5 x 155 cm]

Color photograph of a shirtless girl kneeling in a stagnant pool in a grassy clearing — Katy Grannan, Jada, Sugar Camp Road, Saxton, PA, 2003

chromogenic print, 49 x 61 inches (framed) [124.5 x 155 cm]

Color photograph of a woman in a bikini lying on her back in a shallow rocky creek in a forest

Katy GrannanMeghan, Saw Kill River, Annandale, NY

2002

chromogenic print, 49 x 61 inches (framed) [124.5 x 155 cm]

Color photograph of a young man in a bathing suit posed with his hand on his hip on the rocky shore of a misty lake

Katy GrannanCorey, Quabbin Reservoir, Barre, MA

2003

chromogenic print, 49 x 61 inches (framed) [124.5 x 155 cm]

Color photograph of a woman in a long white dress standing on a fallen tree trunk on the shore of a still lake

Katy GrannanJoshi, Mystic Lake, MA

2002

chromogenic print, 49 x 61 inches (framed) [124.5 x 155 cm]

Color photograph of two boys wearing only shorts and sneakers standing in a sunny grove of trees

Katy GrannanChristopher and Zachary, Bay Farm, Duxbury, MA

2002

chromogenic print, 49 x 61 inches (framed) [124.5 x 155 cm]

Color photograph of a woman in an orange net body suit and high heels seated in the grass by a gravel road

Katy GrannanKamika, near Route 9, Poughkeepsie, New York

2003

chromogenic print, 49 x 61 inches (framed) [124.5 x 155 cm]

Color photograph of a nude man reclining against a tree next to a stagnant pond

Katy GrannanMike, Private Property, New Paltz, NY

2003

chromogenic print, 49 x 61 inches (framed) [124.5 x 155 cm]

Color photograph of a woman in a white bodysuit reclining on a grassy hillside next to the corner of a chainlink fence

Katy GrannanDanielle, Vacant Lot, Burleigh Road, New Paltz, NY

2003

chromogenic print, 49 x 61 inches (framed) [124.5 x 155 cm]

Color photograph of a shirtless girl kneeling in a stagnant pool in a grassy clearing

Katy GrannanJada, Sugar Camp Road, Saxton, PA

2003

chromogenic print, 49 x 61 inches (framed) [124.5 x 155 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a woman in an iridescent blue top covering her face with her hands

Katy Grannan: Gucci for Document Journal

Katy Grannan: Gucci for Document Journal

Collaborating with subjects encountered spontaneously on the street, and with her long-time model and muse Linda, Grannan created portraits that offer a unique take on street fashion photography.

Color photographic portrait of a woman in an iridescent blue top covering her face with her hands — Katy Grannan, Nicole, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 2018

pigment print, 58-1/4 x 44-1/4 inches (framed) [148 x 113 cm]

Color photograph of a man in a long pleated skirt and leather jacket bending over sideways — Katy Grannan, Christian, Hollywood, CA, 2018

pigment print, 58-1/4 x 44-1/4 inches (framed) [148 x 113 cm]

Color photographic portrait of an older woman in a pink sparkly top with her hand on her chest gazing off camera — Katy Grannan, Linda, Hollywood, CA, 2018

pigment print, 58-1/4 x 44-1/4 inches (framed) [148 x 113 cm]

Color photograph of a man in a tracksuit crouching on a wooden box in front of a blank white wall — Katy Grannan, Coop, Hollywood, CA, 2018

pigment print, 58-1/4 x 44-1/4 inches (framed) [148 x 113 cm]

Color photograph of a man in a colorful mismatched outfit holding a black and white dog while leaning on a white wall — Katy Grannan, Isaiah, Hollywood, CA, 2018

pigment print, 58-1/4 x 44-1/4 inches (framed) [148 x 113 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a woman with long braided hair in a tracksuit and black bra — Katy Grannan, Tierney, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 2018

pigment print, 58-1/4 x 44-1/4 inches (framed) [148 x 113 cm]

Color photograph of a woman in pink tights lunging in front of a fan and a cinderblock wall — Katy Grannan, Christian, Hollywood, CA, 2018

pigment print, 58-1/4 x 44-1/4 inches (framed) [148 x 113 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a woman in an iridescent blue top covering her face with her hands

Katy GrannanNicole, Desert Hot Springs, CA

2018

pigment print, 58-1/4 x 44-1/4 inches (framed) [148 x 113 cm]

Color photograph of a man in a long pleated skirt and leather jacket bending over sideways

Katy GrannanChristian, Hollywood, CA

2018

pigment print, 58-1/4 x 44-1/4 inches (framed) [148 x 113 cm]

Color photographic portrait of an older woman in a pink sparkly top with her hand on her chest gazing off camera

Katy GrannanLinda, Hollywood, CA

2018

pigment print, 58-1/4 x 44-1/4 inches (framed) [148 x 113 cm]

Color photograph of a man in a tracksuit crouching on a wooden box in front of a blank white wall

Katy GrannanCoop, Hollywood, CA

2018

pigment print, 58-1/4 x 44-1/4 inches (framed) [148 x 113 cm]

Color photograph of a man in a colorful mismatched outfit holding a black and white dog while leaning on a white wall

Katy GrannanIsaiah, Hollywood, CA

2018

pigment print, 58-1/4 x 44-1/4 inches (framed) [148 x 113 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a woman with long braided hair in a tracksuit and black bra

Katy GrannanTierney, Desert Hot Springs, CA

2018

pigment print, 58-1/4 x 44-1/4 inches (framed) [148 x 113 cm]

Color photograph of a woman in pink tights lunging in front of a fan and a cinderblock wall

Katy GrannanChristian, Hollywood, CA

2018

pigment print, 58-1/4 x 44-1/4 inches (framed) [148 x 113 cm]

Black-and-white photograph of a woman in high heels standing in the dark with only her legs and arm illuminated

Katy Grannan: The Nine

Katy Grannan: The Nine

An intimate and unflinching portrait of a ravaged community living on South Ninth Street in Modesto, California. Grannan photographs everyday rituals, small interactions, and moments of beauty on the fringes of society, conferring significance to what is often overlooked.

Black-and-white photograph of a woman in high heels standing in the dark with only her legs and arm illuminated — Katy Grannan, Wanda Stands Alone Under 9th Street Bridge, Modesto, CA, 2013

pigment print, 48-1/8 x 63-1/4 inches (framed) [122.2 x 160.1 cm]

Black-and-white photograph of two women standing in long grass under a concrete bridge — Katy Grannan, Deb and Pam Play Under 9th Street Bridge, Modesto, CA, 2013

pigment print, 48-1/8 x 63-1/4 inches (framed) [122.2 x 160.1 cm]

Black-and-white photograph of a dirt lot on a road with low buildings and a person walking away in the distance — Katy Grannan, Man Walks Alone Through Empty Lot, Intersection of South 9th Street and River Road, Modesto, CA, 2012

pigment print, 48-1/8 x 63-1/4 inches (framed) [122.2 x 160.1 cm]

Black-and-white photograph of a a woman pointing at another coming out of a room in a motel parking lot with a man leaning on a pillar — Katy Grannan, Kiki Pays Debt, Room 123, Traveler’s Motel, Modesto, CA, 2013

pigment print, 48-1/8 x 63-1/4 inches (framed) [122.2 x 160.1 cm]

Black-and-white photograph of a woman in an overgrown lot pointing behind her — Katy Grannan, Inessa Alone in Shiva’s Courtyard, Modesto, CA, 2012

pigment print, 48-1/8 x 63-1/4 inches (framed) [122.2 x 160.1 cm]

Black-and-white photograph of a wall painting of a flying dove and two hands emanating rays of light — Katy Grannan, Christ’s Hands, True Love Family Church, Modesto, CA, 2012

pigment print, 48-1/8 x 63-1/4 inches (framed) [122.2 x 160.1 cm]

Black-and-white photograph of a man on on a rocky overgrown riverbank watching a woman standing in the water holding foil balloons — Katy Grannan, Wanda and Stephen with Memorial Balloons, Stanislaus River, Modesto, CA, 2013

pigment print, 48-1/8 x 63-1/4 inches (framed) [122.2 x 160.1 cm]

Black-and-white photograph of two people reclining on a bare mattress on a riverbank in the shade — Katy Grannan, Robert and April on Mattress Under 9th Street Bridge, Modesto, CA, 2013

pigment print, 48-1/8 x 63-1/4 inches (framed) [122.2 x 160.1 cm]

Black-and-white photograph of a woman walking by a low white building at an intersection — Katy Grannan, Inessa Waits Near South 9th Street, Modesto, CA, 2012

pigment print, 48-1/8 x 63-1/4 inches (framed) [122.2 x 160.1 cm]

Black-and-white photograph of a woman in high heels standing in the dark with only her legs and arm illuminated

Katy GrannanWanda Stands Alone Under 9th Street Bridge, Modesto, CA

2013

pigment print, 48-1/8 x 63-1/4 inches (framed) [122.2 x 160.1 cm]

Black-and-white photograph of two women standing in long grass under a concrete bridge

Katy GrannanDeb and Pam Play Under 9th Street Bridge, Modesto, CA

2013

pigment print, 48-1/8 x 63-1/4 inches (framed) [122.2 x 160.1 cm]

Black-and-white photograph of a dirt lot on a road with low buildings and a person walking away in the distance

Katy GrannanMan Walks Alone Through Empty Lot, Intersection of South 9th Street and River Road, Modesto, CA

2012

pigment print, 48-1/8 x 63-1/4 inches (framed) [122.2 x 160.1 cm]

Black-and-white photograph of a a woman pointing at another coming out of a room in a motel parking lot with a man leaning on a pillar

Katy GrannanKiki Pays Debt, Room 123, Traveler’s Motel, Modesto, CA

2013

pigment print, 48-1/8 x 63-1/4 inches (framed) [122.2 x 160.1 cm]

Black-and-white photograph of a woman in an overgrown lot pointing behind her

Katy GrannanInessa Alone in Shiva’s Courtyard, Modesto, CA

2012

pigment print, 48-1/8 x 63-1/4 inches (framed) [122.2 x 160.1 cm]

Black-and-white photograph of a wall painting of a flying dove and two hands emanating rays of light

Katy GrannanChrist’s Hands, True Love Family Church, Modesto, CA

2012

pigment print, 48-1/8 x 63-1/4 inches (framed) [122.2 x 160.1 cm]

Black-and-white photograph of a man on on a rocky overgrown riverbank watching a woman standing in the water holding foil balloons

Katy GrannanWanda and Stephen with Memorial Balloons, Stanislaus River, Modesto, CA

2013

pigment print, 48-1/8 x 63-1/4 inches (framed) [122.2 x 160.1 cm]

Black-and-white photograph of two people reclining on a bare mattress on a riverbank in the shade

Katy GrannanRobert and April on Mattress Under 9th Street Bridge, Modesto, CA

2013

pigment print, 48-1/8 x 63-1/4 inches (framed) [122.2 x 160.1 cm]

Black-and-white photograph of a woman walking by a low white building at an intersection

Katy GrannanInessa Waits Near South 9th Street, Modesto, CA

2012

pigment print, 48-1/8 x 63-1/4 inches (framed) [122.2 x 160.1 cm]

Katy Grannan: The 99

Katy Grannan: The 99

Set in the parched landscape and forgotten towns along California’s Highway 99, the artist’s vivid color portraits present subjects who are simultaneously heroic and vulnerable.

Katy Grannan, Anonymous, Oakland, CA, 2011

pigment print, 57-3/4 x 43-3/4 inches (framed) [146.7 x 111 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a shirtless young man holding a t-shirt over his shoulder — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, Modesto, CA, 2014

pigment print, 41-1/8 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [104.4 x 79 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a woman with platinum blonde hair, red lipstick, and a downcast gaze against a blank white wall — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, Las Vegas, NV, 2017

pigment print, 57-3/4 x 43-3/4 inches (framed) [146.7 x 111 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a man in a faux-fur trimmed jacket and beanie hat standing in front of a blank white wall — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, Modesto, CA, 2013

pigment print, 57-3/4 x 43-3/4 inches (framed) [146.7 x 111 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a middle-aged woman in a white tank top standing in front of a blank white wall — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, Modesto, CA, 2012

pigment print, 41-1/8 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [104.4 x 79 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a shirtless man in a neck brace standing in front of a blank white wall — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, Bakersfield, CA, 2011

pigment print, 41-1/8 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [104.4 x 79 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a woman in a black jacket standing in front of a blank white wall — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, Modesto, 2011

pigment print, 57-3/4 x 43-3/4 inches (framed) [146.7 x 111 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a woman wearing a cropped jacket and jeans standing in front of a blank white wall — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, Modesto, CA, 2011

pigment print, 41-1/8 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [104.4 x 79 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a young woman with her gloved hands clasped at her waist standing in front of a blank wall — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, Oakland, CA, 2011

pigment print, 57-3/4 x 43-3/4 inches (framed) [146.7 x 111 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a shirtless man turned sideways standing in front of a white stucco wall — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, Bakersfield, CA, 2011

pigment print, 57-3/4 x 43-3/4 inches (framed) [146.7 x 111 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a young woman with dyed red hair in a bun in front of a blank white wall — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, Fresno, CA, 2012

pigment print, 41-1/8 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [104.4 x 79 cm]

Katy GrannanAnonymous, Oakland, CA

2011

pigment print, 57-3/4 x 43-3/4 inches (framed) [146.7 x 111 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a shirtless young man holding a t-shirt over his shoulder

Katy GrannanAnonymous, Modesto, CA

2014

pigment print, 41-1/8 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [104.4 x 79 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a woman with platinum blonde hair, red lipstick, and a downcast gaze against a blank white wall

Katy GrannanAnonymous, Las Vegas, NV

2017

pigment print, 57-3/4 x 43-3/4 inches (framed) [146.7 x 111 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a man in a faux-fur trimmed jacket and beanie hat standing in front of a blank white wall

Katy GrannanAnonymous, Modesto, CA

2013

pigment print, 57-3/4 x 43-3/4 inches (framed) [146.7 x 111 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a middle-aged woman in a white tank top standing in front of a blank white wall

Katy GrannanAnonymous, Modesto, CA

2012

pigment print, 41-1/8 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [104.4 x 79 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a shirtless man in a neck brace standing in front of a blank white wall

Katy GrannanAnonymous, Bakersfield, CA

2011

pigment print, 41-1/8 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [104.4 x 79 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a woman in a black jacket standing in front of a blank white wall

Katy GrannanAnonymous, Modesto

2011

pigment print, 57-3/4 x 43-3/4 inches (framed) [146.7 x 111 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a woman wearing a cropped jacket and jeans standing in front of a blank white wall

Katy GrannanAnonymous, Modesto, CA

2011

pigment print, 41-1/8 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [104.4 x 79 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a young woman with her gloved hands clasped at her waist standing in front of a blank wall

Katy GrannanAnonymous, Oakland, CA

2011

pigment print, 57-3/4 x 43-3/4 inches (framed) [146.7 x 111 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a shirtless man turned sideways standing in front of a white stucco wall

Katy GrannanAnonymous, Bakersfield, CA

2011

pigment print, 57-3/4 x 43-3/4 inches (framed) [146.7 x 111 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a young woman with dyed red hair in a bun in front of a blank white wall

Katy GrannanAnonymous, Fresno, CA

2012

pigment print, 41-1/8 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [104.4 x 79 cm]

Color photograph of a woman in sunglasses and a scarf on her head standing in front of a blank white wall

Katy Grannan: Boulevard

Katy Grannan: Boulevard

A series of portraits made with strangers the artist met on the streets of San Francisco and Hollywood, California. Photographed against white walls in the glaring noon sunlight, each individual is recognized and uniquely emphasized.

Color photograph of a woman in sunglasses and a scarf on her head standing in front of a blank white wall — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, Los Angeles, 2008

pigment print, 28-1/8 x 21-5/8 inches (framed) [71.4 x 54.9 cm]

Color photograph of a woman in a tied red top and black scarf holding a cigarette — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, San Francisco, 2010

pigment print, 28-1/8 x 21-5/8 inches (framed) [71.4 x 54.9 cm]

Color photograph of a woman in a lilac and green top leaning against a wall and pointing off-camera — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, San Francisco, 2009

pigment print, 41-1/8 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [104.5 x 79.1 cm]

Color photograph of a woman in a white top and hat with her head turned back over her shoulder — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, Los Angeles, 2008

pigment print, 28-1/8 x 21-5/8 inches (framed) [71.4 x 54.9 cm]

Color photograph of a woman dressed all in black peering at a cellphone and holding a red lunchbox — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, San Francisco, 2010

pigment print, 41-1/8 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [104.5 x 79.1 cm]

Color photograph of a person in a pink tank top holding a white rabbit to their cheek — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, Los Angeles, 2008

pigment print, 41-1/8 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [104.5 x 79.1 cm]

Color photograph of a shirtless tattooed man standing in front of a blank white wall — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, San Francisco, 2008

pigment print, 28-1/8 x 21-5/8 inches (framed) [71.4 x 54.9 cm]

Color photograph of a woman with her hair in two buns leaning against a blank white wall — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, San Francisco, 2010

pigment print, 28-1/8 x 21-5/8 inches (framed) [71.4 x 54.9 cm]

Color photograph of a woman wearing bright red holding a black purse under one arm — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, Los Angeles, 2009

pigment print, 41-1/8 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [104.5 x 79.1 cm]

Color photograph of a man in a baseball cap and jeans standing with his hands clasped behind his back against a blank white wall — Katy Grannan, Anonymous, Los Angeles, 2009

pigment print, 28-1/8 x 21-5/8 inches (framed) [71.4 x 54.9 cm]

Color photograph of a woman in sunglasses and a scarf on her head standing in front of a blank white wall

Katy GrannanAnonymous, Los Angeles

2008

pigment print, 28-1/8 x 21-5/8 inches (framed) [71.4 x 54.9 cm]

Color photograph of a woman in a tied red top and black scarf holding a cigarette

Katy GrannanAnonymous, San Francisco

2010

pigment print, 28-1/8 x 21-5/8 inches (framed) [71.4 x 54.9 cm]

Color photograph of a woman in a lilac and green top leaning against a wall and pointing off-camera

Katy GrannanAnonymous, San Francisco

2009

pigment print, 41-1/8 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [104.5 x 79.1 cm]

Color photograph of a woman in a white top and hat with her head turned back over her shoulder

Katy GrannanAnonymous, Los Angeles

2008

pigment print, 28-1/8 x 21-5/8 inches (framed) [71.4 x 54.9 cm]

Color photograph of a woman dressed all in black peering at a cellphone and holding a red lunchbox

Katy GrannanAnonymous, San Francisco

2010

pigment print, 41-1/8 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [104.5 x 79.1 cm]

Color photograph of a person in a pink tank top holding a white rabbit to their cheek

Katy GrannanAnonymous, Los Angeles

2008

pigment print, 41-1/8 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [104.5 x 79.1 cm]

Color photograph of a shirtless tattooed man standing in front of a blank white wall

Katy GrannanAnonymous, San Francisco

2008

pigment print, 28-1/8 x 21-5/8 inches (framed) [71.4 x 54.9 cm]

Color photograph of a woman with her hair in two buns leaning against a blank white wall

Katy GrannanAnonymous, San Francisco

2010

pigment print, 28-1/8 x 21-5/8 inches (framed) [71.4 x 54.9 cm]