Leta Harrison is an award-winning fine art and portrait photographer dedicated to capturing narratives that inspire, challenge perspectives, and celebrate identity. Named *Austin Monthly’s* Best Photographer, Leta’s work is deeply rooted in storytelling, using her lens to document culture, preserve memories, and uplift underrepresented voices.

Her photography journey began in Washington, D.C., at Creative Hands Studio in 2017, where she discovered her passion for visual storytelling. Since then, she has collaborated with nonprofits, freelanced across various industries, and worked with organizations like RAW Natural Born Artists and local newspapers, cementing her reputation as a visionary behind the lens.

After relocating to Austin, Texas, in 2020, Leta’s work gained widespread recognition. She has been featured in Voyage Austin, Shoutout HTX, Austin Woman, and KUT for her contributions to the arts. Her compelling photography has documented major events such as Fusebash, AfroTech, and SXSW, showcasing her ability to capture raw emotion and cultural movements with authenticity.

Her critically acclaimed exhibit, Black Girls Don’t Wear Red Lipstick, is a powerful love letter to Black women, challenging beauty standards and celebrating self-expression. Featured at the Carver Museum and Austin Public Library, the exhibit has been covered by KUT and Reporting Texas, sparking important conversations about representation in art and media.

Beyond photography, Leta is a dedicated community advocate, using art as a means of economic development. As a program manager, she leads initiatives that integrate public art into shared spaces, create sustainable opportunities for local artists, and strengthen Austin’s creative economy. She has played a pivotal role in cultural programming, public art initiatives, and community-driven projects that support local artists and creative spaces.

Her commitment to visual storytelling extends beyond traditional photography. Through A Call to Feed the Community, a project highlighted by Mountain Workshops, Leta documented the resilience of an Austin local organization providing fresh food to underserved communities, reinforcing her mission to use photography as a tool for advocacy and social change.

With every image she creates, Leta Harrison continues to push artistic boundaries, inspire communities, and leave a lasting impact on the world of photography and beyond.

📰 Press Features:

Mountain Workshops: A Call to Feed the Community https://mountainworkshops.org/acalltofeedthecommunity

Voyage Austin: Daily Inspiration Interview https://voyageaustin.com/interview/daily-inspiration-meet-leta-harrison/

Shoutout HTX: Meet Leta Harrison] https://shoutouthtx.com/meet-leta-harrison-photographer/

Austin Woman: See Her Work https://atxwoman.com/see-her-work-leta-harrison/

KUT: Challenging Stereotypes Through Photography https://www.kut.org/austin/2024-02-22/austin-photographer-challenges-stereotypes-of-black-women-through-library-exhibit

Reporting Texas: Black Girls Don’t Wear Red Lipstick https://www.reportingtexas.com/black-girls-dont-wear-red-lipstick-exhibit-challenges-beauty-standards/