A Witness To
The Human Spirit
For over 40 years, across more than 150 countries, capturing the beauty of our world and illuminating the hidden truths within it.
The
Documentary
A rare glimpse into the life and work of humanitarian photographer Lisa Kristine, whose images celebrate the beauty of our shared human family while revealing the hidden realities of modern slavery.
Watch the sizzle reel and step into a journey that moves from connection to awakening, and from witnessing to action.
The
Documentary
A rare glimpse into the life and work of humanitarian photographer Lisa Kristine, whose images celebrate the beauty of our shared human family while revealing the hidden realities of modern slavery.
Watch the sizzle reel and step into a journey that moves from connection to awakening, and from witnessing to action.
The Sacred Exchange
I do not 'take' photographs; I make them in collaboration. My process is built on the belief that portraiture is a form of reciprocity.
I slow down. I listen.
I wait for the moment where the "other" dissolves and only the human remains. This requires a total absence of distraction.
I work to create a spaciousness where the subject feels seen, honored, and safe. The final image is not just art; it is the visual evidence of trust and our shared humanity.
The Sacred Exchange
I do not 'take' photographs; I make them in collaboration. My process is built on the belief that portraiture is a form of reciprocity.
I slow down. I listen.
I wait for the moment where the "other" dissolves and only the human remains. This requires a total absence of distraction.
I work to create a spaciousness where the subject feels seen, honored, and safe. The final image is not just art; it is the visual evidence of trust and our shared humanity.
Advocacy in Action
Keynote at Romanian Parliament
Using Visual Storytelling to Strengthen Anti-Trafficking Commitment
Lisa Kristine on CNN
Shining a Light on the Supply Chain of Technology
Satyarthi Summer School
Using Art to Inspire Social Change
Keynote at Romanian Parliament
Using Visual Storytelling to Strengthen Anti-Trafficking Commitment
Lisa Kristine on CNN
Shining a Light on the Supply Chain of Technology
Satyarthi Summer School
Using Art to Inspire Social Change
Look Closer
A Transformative Exhibition at the Kirchner Museum Davos to End Modern Slavery
Reuniting Families
A Powerful Night in San Francisco for Missing Children
A Global Charge
The United Nations Launch of the Global Commission’s Report to End Modern Slavery
Reflecting on Climate Week
Uniting to End Modern Slavery
My Experience at HPE Discovery Las Vegas
Shining a light on modern slavery in tech supply chains
CNN: Lisa shines a light on Child Labor
Lisa’s Art Installation at DAVOS
Art installation & discussion on modern slavery
Lisa Keynotes Design for Freedom Summit
Lisa speaks at World Woman DAVOS
Supporting Queen Silvia of Sweden’s World Childhood Foundation
The 34 Best Portrait Photographers
Lisa Kristine: A Top Ten Portrait Photographer in the World
Down In Hell
Lisa’s Opinion Piece on Inter Press Service New Agency
Lisa Kristine: Keynote Address to Fédération Internationale de l’Art Photographiq
Lisa is the recipient of the Global Sustainability HERO Award | Dubai
Lisa Kristine’s Exhibition launches at the MAXXI museum | Rome
Lisa Kristine’s Public Service Announcement on CNN Global
Lisa on CNN
Witnessing Child Labor on Ghana’s Lake Volta
Lisa Kristine Featured in The Eye of Photography Magazine Paris
Lisa Addresses the French Presidency to the EU Council in Paris
Lisa Kristine Speaks at World Expo | Dubai
Lisa’s Keynote at Thomson Reuters Foundation’s Human Rights Forum
The Faces of Modern-Day Slavery
Lisa’s Work Featured in Conde Nast Italy
Lisa Kristine In Resource Magazine’s Top 12 Portrait Photographers
Lisa Kristine Featured on World Affairs
Pope Francis Launches Lisa Kristine’s Exhibition
The Vatican, Rome
Lisa Kristine Featured in CNN
Modern Slavery & the American Photographer Trying To Abolish It
Daily Mail Article
“Stunning Photos Reveal Indigenous Cultures Around the World”
Interview on My Modern Met
Weather Channel Article on Lisa Kristine
The Freedom Center Museum in Cincinnati Features Lisa Kristine Exhibit
The Heartbreaking Reality of Sex Slavery and ‘Debt Bondage’
Lisa Kristine Inspires character in the Movie ‘Sold’
Thomson Reuter’s Anti-Slavery Summit 2017
SOLD – New movie featuring character based on Lisa Kristine
Lisa Kristine Reveals the Brutal Conditions of Today’s Slaves
Thomson Reuter's Trust Women Conference in London
Bound for Freedom Film
Reflections on Presence from Ancient Cultures: Lisa Kristine
Stand With Me - The Official Trailer
Anti Trafficking Trio Share Passion For Freedom
Behind the Lucie Awards: Lisa Kristine
Shine a light on modern day slavery
Lisa at TEDxOrangeCoast
Lucie Awards Honoree, Lisa Kristine
Lisa Kristine receives the 2013 Lucie Humanitarian Award
2 anti-slavery activists meet in Orlando to highlight mission
SF Gate “Lisa Kristine photographs slavery”
Lisa Kristine on National Geographic Weekend
CNN interview
Lisa Kristine Video on Reuters AlertNet
The Atlantic: Slavery Still Exists
Conversations on Compassion: Lisa Kristine, photographer and humanitarian
TEDxCalicoCanyon – Lisa Kristine
Moraga: Lisa Kristine shares insights about where photography, humanitarian causes meet
Paul Sutherland interviews Lisa Kristine as she comes out from behind the camera to “Do it for them.”
Understanding Lisa Kristine’s Mission (Video)
Partners & Causes
Lisa Kristine: Glimpses of modern day slavery
Lisa Kristine Speaks at Tedx
James R. Doty
M.D. Chairman, The Dalai Lama Foundation Senior Advisor, The Council of the Parliaments of the World’s Religions
Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Nobel Peace Laureate
Lisa Kristine in the Huffington Post
World of Slavery Today
Slavery, The Book Interview
Mapping The Human Story
Free the Slaves
Range Finder Magazine – Capturing Fading Worlds
Sex Trafficking Nepal
View Camera Magazine – Inspiring Unity Through Imagery
Press Democrat News – Worldly Views
"I believe we are 99.9% the same. My work exists to dissolve the 0.1% of difference that divides us."
Beyond the Frame
A mission recognized by those dedicated to freedom and dignity.
"Lisa’s images take us behind the veil to respect human dignity for those from every walk of life, upholding the precepts of equality, belonging, and purpose."
Sir Richard Branson
Business Magnate
"Lisa’s images take us behind the veil to respect human dignity for those from every walk of life, upholding the precepts of equality, belonging, and purpose."
Sir Richard Branson
Business Magnate
Own a Piece
of History
Lisa Kristine prints are not just decoration. They are windows into the human soul. Collected by museums, world leaders, and private collectors, each piece is a testament to resilience and beauty.
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Notes
The Story Behind The Image.
A photograph documents a split second, but the story spans thousands of miles.
I invite you to join me in the field—to read the unreleased journal entries, witness the raw encounters, and see the earliest previews of new collections before they reach the gallery walls.
This is not a mailing list; it is a window into the human thread that connects us all.
Join Field
Notes
The Story Behind The Image.
A photograph documents a split second, but the story spans thousands of miles.
I invite you to join me in the field—to read the unreleased journal entries, witness the raw encounters, and see the earliest previews of new collections before they reach the gallery walls.
This is not a mailing list; it is a window into the human thread that connects us all.
Join Field
Notes
The Story Behind The Image.
A photograph documents a split second, but the story spans thousands of miles.
I invite you to join me in the field—to read the unreleased journal entries, witness the raw encounters, and see the earliest previews of new collections before they reach the gallery walls.
This is not a mailing list; it is a window into the human thread that connects us all.
Join Field
Notes
The Story Behind The Image.
A photograph documents a split second, but the story spans thousands of miles.
I invite you to join me in the field—to read the unreleased journal entries, witness the raw encounters, and see the earliest previews of new collections before they reach the gallery walls.
This is not a mailing list; it is a window into the human thread that connects us all.
Join the list for updates from the field.
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© 2026 Lisa Kristine Fine Art Photography.
All content and images are property of Lisa Kristine Photography