KELLY KRISTIN JONES
Kelly Kristin Jones uses photography to examine how the medium shapes exclusionary historical narratives. By collecting and manipulating contemporary print media, archival photographs, and personal images, Jones reconfigures familiar imagery to expose the constructed nature of representation. She positions photography as both subject and medium, critically engaging with the archive to question whose stories are preserved and whose are silenced. Rather than treating photographs as static records or true documents, Jones approaches our “empire of images” as a space for engagement, critique, and resistance. Through her practice, Jones reclaims agency and challenges historical narratives shaping collective memory.
Thoughts on the lab
My residency at Latitude came at a critical moment in my practice. Several years after graduating from SAIC, I needed meaningful access to equipment, technical expertise, and a community of artists. During my month at Latitude, I learned invaluable new skills - from drum scanning and advanced Photoshop workflows to printing on canvas, silk, and plastics. The staff generously helped me source materials for experimentation and enthusiastically supported every new idea I wanted to pursue.
Just as important was the Latitude community. The collaborative environment at the lab was unlike anywhere else I've worked, expanding not only my technical abilities but also my understanding of what was possible within my practice.
Years later, Latitude remains an essential part of my practice. I continue to use the lab to make prints, and the Former AIR benefits have allowed me to maintain access to resources that would otherwise be out of reach. Latitude has had a lasting impact on both my work and my career, and I remain deeply grateful for the opportunities and community it continues to provide.