Emil Cohen

Emil Cohen is a New York-based artist who was born in 1987. Emil received his MFA in fine arts from Tufts University's School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. He was born and raised in Canada and the United States. His images have been included in group shows across the country as well as solo shows at the William Scott Gallery in Provincetown, Massachusetts. His work has appeared in publications such as The New York Times, The Boston Globe, and People Magazine. He is a proud queer New York Jew. Notable work experience: - New York City Council and City Hall photographer on staff. Photographed the service and experiences of all 51 Council Members as they went around all five boroughs. - Assigned and researched a diverse range of news and feature images for all parts of the New York Times and the web, with a focus on digital coverage requirements. Collaborated well with editors, designers, writers, and producers, as well as staff photographers, freelancers, agencies, and other photo sources. Expert knowledge in electronic image handling, including photograph selection, cropping, and tone for articles, blogs, slideshows, and visual essays. - In Boston, New York, and London, UK, Emil was hired as an assistant for several fashion and commercial photo sessions. Rankin, Tim Flach, Joseph Ford, Eric Richmond, and Graham Atkins Hughes were among the people with whom he collaborated. Setting up and dismantling the lighting and other studio equipment are among the responsibilities. Ensured that all cameras are operational and that the working environment is safe; snapped images when the photographer needed a second shooter. Maintained a cheerful and stress-free environment in the studio. - At the Museum of the City of New York, Emil taught photography. Using photography to teach children in grades K-12 about New York's history. Organized field trips throughout New York City and photography tours of the museum.