ARTIST STATEMENT
My work explores the relationship between people, place, and memory through photography and moving images. As a cinematographer and photographer, I am drawn to the small details that make a person, space, or moment feel distinct, the way light falls across a face, the composition of a room, or the quiet moments that often go unnoticed.
My creative practice began through filmmaking, but photography has given me a different way to slow down and observe. I am interested in how a single frame can hold emotion and possibility. I approach each image with curiosity, using composition, light, and perspective to create photographs that feel intentional while still leaving room for interpretation.
As I continue developing my practice, I hope to create work that not only reflects how I see the world, but encourages others to pause, look closer, and find connection within it.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Kendra D. Lee is a cinematographer and photographer whose work explores people, place, and visual storytelling. She earned her MFA in Cinematography from Loyola Marymount University, where she developed a deeper appreciation for photography and the expressive possibilities of the still image.
Her practice is rooted in finding beauty and meaning in everyday moments. While her background is primarily in film, Kendra continues to expand her practice through photography and other creative forms.
Originally from Alabama and now building her creative community in Chicago, she is interested in creating work that connects people, encourages curiosity, and reflects the places and communities that shape us.
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