WORTHLESSSTUDIOS graphic announcing its 2026 Photographer in Residence (PIR) program
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WORTHLESSSTUDIOS Opens Applications for 2026 Photographer in Residence Program

WORTHLESSSTUDIOS has announced the launch of its open call for the 2026 Photographer in Residence (PIR) program, inviting analog photographers and photography-based artists to apply for one of seven residency slots. The initiative is designed to support artists working at pivotal moments in their careers, offering resources to create new, community-oriented bodies of work.
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Smithsonian Exhibition Rolls Out 80 Years of Lowriding History and Culture

A new exhibition is celebrating the vibrant artistry and rich history of the lowrider tradition, showcasing how these customized cars became a powerful symbol of Mexican American and Chicano culture and identity. Titled Corazón y vida: Lowriding Culture, the bilingual display combines artistic expression, technological innovation and deeply personal storytelling.