Megan Lofting is a documentary photographer who was born and raised in North Vancouver, Canada. Her work is deeply rooted in community and collaboration.
She draws inspiration from the life experiences of those closest to her. Dear D, a project initiated during her enrolment in the Documentary Practice and Visual Storytelling Online program at the International Center of Photography in 2023, was sparked by the shared journey she and her partner were navigating. While the initial plan did not involve incorporating their personal narrative into the project, it was their intimate experience that motivated her to explore the issues surrounding perinatal loss in a deeper and more visual way.
She is passionate about documenting stories that are primarily invisible and often go unnoticed, making them challenging for those outside of the experience to comprehend. She thrives on blending various forms of photography and text to vividly convey the emotions associated with such experiences.
She is interested in exploring and documenting gender, social, and environmental issues. She is committed to helping those who have experienced discrimination, indifference, and inequity tell their stories. Collaborating with individuals who feel as though they are underrepresented and supporting them in changing that, is a primary goal for her.
She is continuing to work on the project Dear D . She is currently living in Edmonton, Canada.
EDUCATION
2025 - Tacet Eye: Long-Form Project Development Workshop with Sarah Blesener, Jenny Stratton, and Brian Frank
2025 - The Life You’re In: The Joy and Pathos of Autobiography Class with Allen Frame, StrudelmediaLive
2025 - Light and Ink: Photography and Writing Workshop with Laura Larson
2023 - Documentary Practice: Visual Storytelling Online, International Center of Photography, New York, NY, USA
2019 - Diploma in Professional Photography, PrairieView School of Photography, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
2015 - Chartered Accountant Designation, Chartered Accountants of Canada
2010 - Bachelor of Commerce Degree, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
AWARDS / GRANTS
2023 - Rita K. Hillman Foundation Fellowship
2019 - Award for Excellence in Image Capture, PrairieView School of Photogtraphy
EXHIBITIONS
2024 - Shared Spaces, International Center of Photography, New York, NY