Brenda Ann Kenneally

Biography

Brenda Ann Kenneally is an independent photojournalist whose photos of Troy, New York, appeared in the 2009 World Press Photo exhibition. A chronicler of coming-of-age in post-industrial America, her project, “Upstate Girls: What Became of Collar City” was awarded first place at the World Press Awards for Daily Life Stories in 2009, and an honorable Mention at UNICEF Photo of the Year.

See Work

POETRY / Fall 2009

Women of Troy

By Susan B. A. Somers-Willett ,  Photography by Brenda Ann Kenneally

In Women of Troy, poet Susan Somers-Willett and photographer Brenda Ann Kenneally look at the lives of young, working-class women in Troy, New York.
CRITICISM / Fall 2009

Advice for the Penny Bride in Times of Economic Crisis

By Susan B. A. Somers-Willett ,  Photography by Brenda Ann Kenneally

On her wedding day, a bride should slip a good penny into her shoe
to ensure luck and wealth during the life of her marriage.

CRITICISM / Fall 2009

A Call to Arms

By Susan B. A. Somers-Willett ,  Photography by Brenda Ann Kenneally

Don’t make the mistake of calling her
angel or saint. The tremendous broad crowning
Troy’s war monument grips her sword

POETRY / Fall 2009

In the Office of Temporary Assistance

By Susan B. A. Somers-Willett ,  Photography by Brenda Ann Kenneally

Did you know? You have the right to receive food stamps within a few days if you are eligible and have little or no money. Do any of these apply to you?

POETRY / Fall 2009

Just a Girl

By Susan B. A. Somers-Willett ,  Photography by Brenda Ann Kenneally
POETRY / Fall 2009

The Cutting Place

By Susan B. A. Somers-Willett ,  Photography by Brenda Ann Kenneally

She’s always been a tomboy, Mama Vic says, Mouthy.
Runnin’ the roads. Not comin’ home, and as she speaks