Duke Professor Illuminates Global Impact of Photography Through Iran Study
Mira Xenia Schwerda, an assistant professor of Art, Art History & Visual Studies at Duke University, is captivating students with her unique perspective on photography's global impact. Her current book project delves into the intersection of photography and political reform in Iran during the early 20th century.
Schwerda's fascination with Iran stems from its political developments and the lack of attention it has received in art historical scholarship. She is exploring the overlap of Iran's political reform movement with the rise of photographic postcards at the turn of the 20th century. Her research investigates photography as a transnational, interconnected phenomenon, reflecting its global impact from inception to the present day.
In her teaching, Schwerda brings art to life outside the classroom. This year, she is leading a seminar-style course on the history of photography, informed by her own research. Students will visit the Nasher Museum of Art, the Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library, and the Center for Documentary Studies to view and discuss collections firsthand.
Mira Xenia Schwerda's work is shedding light on the global impact of photography, with a particular focus on Iran's political developments. Through her teaching and research, she is inspiring students to explore the interconnectedness of art, history, and culture.
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