Alex Kahn

Alex Kahn is a multidisciplinary artist and designer based in Brooklyn, New York. He is primarily known for his large-scale public art projects, often created in collaboration with his partner, Sophia Michahelles, under the moniker Kahn & Selesnick. Their work frequently explores historical themes, alternative realities, and elaborate narratives through a combination of photography, sculpture, installation, and performance.

Kahn's individual and collaborative works often utilize theatrical elements, incorporating costuming, props, and meticulously crafted sets to create immersive and surreal environments. He frequently draws inspiration from Victorian and Edwardian aesthetics, folklore, and mythology. He has exhibited extensively both nationally and internationally. His practice spans fine art photography, installation art, and site-specific interventions. Common themes in his work include environmentalism, social commentary, and the relationship between technology and nature. He has received numerous grants and awards for his work.