Hello. I’m Angela
Artist’s Statement
Angela Prosper is a photographer who is passionate about the stories food can tell us about our culture. Using both digital and film, she captures the essence of culinary heritage, candid community, and the art of cooking. Inspired by her Puerto Rican background and her time in Civita de Bagnoregio, Italy, Angela blends European and Indigenous food traditions in her work, exploring the ancestral stories within our food.
Angela’s belief in food as a universal language that unites us across cultures and ages is at the heart of her work. Her photos delve into the intricate relationship between food, culture, and history, illuminating the beauty and artistry in everyday cooking and the significance of shared meals. Her work underscores the importance of being present in cooking, the sensory experience of food, and the mindfulness it demands, inviting us all to partake in this universal experience.
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Angela’s photography and writing are a testament to her ongoing journey of discovery and her curiosity about her cultural identity, where food is seen as heritage, family, and home. She firmly believes in the power of food to unite communities and bridge cultural divides, and she invites you to join her in this mission of preservation.
In 2021, the Civita Institute granted Angela a fellowship for her research on Etruscan Hilltowns and the local food traditions of Tuscia. While there, she explored food’s social and environmental impact, advocating for sustainable practices and ethical sourcing. She uses her platform to promote local farmers, artisans, and chefs committed to preserving traditional farming and cooking methods. Through her lens, she captures not only the beauty of food but also our responsibility to preserve it for future generations. You can find Angela @herbsandprosper and @prosperfoto on Instagram.
2024 PCNW Auction
- PCNW Lens Flair: PCNW’s Benefit Exhibition
- Photo Title: “Tuscia Fig”
2024 Juried Exhibition
- PCNW Being Present: 26th Annual Photo Competition
- Photo Title: “Tuscia Fig”
2022 Recipe and Photo Submission
- National Museum of Women in the Arts: RECLAMATION: Recipes, Remedies, and Rituals
- Span(ish) Black Beans
2020 Civita Institute Fellow
- Photo Journalism Project: “Lost in Translation”
2013 Honorable Mention
- PCNW Musings: 18th Annual Photo Competition
- Photo Title: “Tear Stained Eyes”
