Trevor Paglen

Trevor Paglen is a conceptual artist, writer, and geographer who uses photography and public records to explore places, objects, and structures that are typically hidden from view. His works delve into the themes of military and corporate power, as well as the phenomena of mass surveillance and data collection. Paglen is best known for his “limit photography” technique, utilizing high-power telescopes in conjunction with cameras to photograph deliberately remote places such as military bases, satellites, and prisons.