Biography
Drew Arrieta is a documentary photographer and visual artist based in Minneapolis, MN, dedicated to telling human and community-centered stories through his work. He regularly contributes visual storytelling projects at Project Drawdown,, a climate solutions non-profit, and Public Functionary, an artist-led exhibition and social space. His work, which often explores themes of resilience and solidarity, has been featured in Vogue, NBC News, and Columbia Journalism Review. A native of New York City, Drew moved to the Twin Cities after beginning his career in political organizing and sustainability initiatives in the music industry. His passion for visual storytelling began during the 2020 Minneapolis uprising when he was loaned a camera, leading him to capture and share voices and experiences of underrepresented communities.
resides on: Očeti Šakówin and Wahpekute land / Minneapolis, MN
email: drew@arrieta.email
Selected Press:
Columbia Journalism Review / Drew Arrieta's Family Album
Vogue / What Does It Mean to Build—And Preserve—a George Floyd Memorial?
Sahan Journal / St. Paul police killing of Yia Xiong sparks ongoing protests
Selected Editorial Clients:
Vogue, NBC News, Sahan Journal, Headwaters Foundation, Upstream, East Phillips Neighborhood Institute
Selected Commerical Clients:
Minnesota Musuem of Art, Hennepin Theatre Trust, PRISM, Outfront Minnesota, Friends of St. Paul Library
headshot courtesy of Kori Suzuki
Drew Arrieta is a fiscal year 2023 recipient of a Creative Support for Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
