Photograph from the series "At Twelve," 1983-85; from "Sally Mann: At Twelve" (Aperture, 2024)
This New York Times opinion piece revisits Sally Mann’s At Twelve series, highlighting its striking, intimate portraits of adolescent girls and her deep sensitivity to the complexities of girlhood. It also reflects on how cultural perceptions of Mann’s work have evolved, recognizing her singular ability to capture her subjects with honesty and dignity.
31 March 2025
