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Which photographer's work is most closely associated with capturing candid, everyday moments in Harlem?
Which photographer's work is most closely associated with capturing candid, everyday moments in Harlem?
- Moneta Sleet Jr.
- Roy DeCarava (correct)
- PH Polk
- Anthony Barboza
Which of these photographers used fashion photography as their main focus?
Which of these photographers used fashion photography as their main focus?
- Coreen Simpson
- Louis Draper
- Adger Cowans
- Micaiah Carter (correct)
Which photographer documented historical events, including the Selma March, while running their own studio?
Which photographer documented historical events, including the Selma March, while running their own studio?
- Roy DeCarava
- Florestine Perrault Collins
- PH Polk (correct)
- Carrie Mae Weems
Which photographer's work is known for showcasing the life experiences of Black women, particularly through a series set at a kitchen table?
Which photographer's work is known for showcasing the life experiences of Black women, particularly through a series set at a kitchen table?
Which of these photographers' main goal was to make viewers feel the emotions in their photos?
Which of these photographers' main goal was to make viewers feel the emotions in their photos?
Which photographer worked with Langston Hughes, a famous Harlem renaissance poet?
Which photographer worked with Langston Hughes, a famous Harlem renaissance poet?
Which photographer opened their own business during the Great Depression to help support their family?
Which photographer opened their own business during the Great Depression to help support their family?
Which photographer was the first African American to win a Pulitzer Prize for their work?
Which photographer was the first African American to win a Pulitzer Prize for their work?
Which photographer was a part of the Kamoinge workshop in the 1960s?
Which photographer was a part of the Kamoinge workshop in the 1960s?
Which photographer is known for capturing the raw energy and emotions of individuals encountered on the street?
Which photographer is known for capturing the raw energy and emotions of individuals encountered on the street?
Flashcards
Florestine Perrault Collins
Florestine Perrault Collins
Started her own photography business in New Orleans to support her family during the Great Depression.
Anthony Barboza
Anthony Barboza
Captured artists, musicians, and often missed representation of the Black American community. Member of the Kamoinge workshop in the 60s.
Micaiah Carter
Micaiah Carter
Focuses primarily on fashion photography, largely taking candid shots.
Dana Scruggs
Dana Scruggs
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Carrie Mae Weems
Carrie Mae Weems
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Coreen Simpson
Coreen Simpson
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PH Polk
PH Polk
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Roy DeCarava
Roy DeCarava
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Moneta Sleet JR
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Study Notes
- The notes below contain information about various Black photographers and their accomplishments
Florestine Perrault Collins
- Born in New Orleans in 1895 to formerly enslaved parents
- Started her own business to support her family during the Great Depression
Lorna Simpson
- Artwork has been displayed in the MoMA and other galleries
Louis Draper
- Began photography after receiving a camera from his father
- Photography highlights the challenges of being Black in America
Anthony Barboza
- Member of the Kamoinge Workshop in the 1960s
- Known for photographing artists and musicians
- Focused on offering representation of the Black American community
Micaiah Carter
- Primarily a fashion photographer
- Often takes candid photos to avoid overly posed appearances
Dana Scruggs
- Active in the political and artistic community, advocating for fair treatment of Black artists
- First Black photographer to shoot a Rolling Stone cover
- Born and raised in Chicago
- Aims to evoke emotions in viewers through her photos
Adger Cowans
- Award-winning photographer
- Focuses on photographing musicians and other artists
Carrie Mae Weems
- Known for her "Kitchen Table Series"
- Work showcases the life experiences of Black women
Coreen Simpson
- Enjoys photographing people on the street to capture their raw energy
PH Polk
- Born in Alabama in the 1800s
- One of the earliest African American photographers
- Opened his own studio
- Captured historical events such as the Selma March
Roy DeCarava
- Began taking photos in the 1940s
- Showcases the everyday aspects of life
- Known for capturing candid, everyday moments
- Often worked with Harlem Renaissance poet Langston Hughes
- Born in 1919, raised in Harlem, NY
- Popular during the Harlem Renaissance
- Focused on increasing representation of Black individuals in art
- Aimed for accuracy and realism, in contrast to propagandistic views of Black Americans
- First Black photographer to receive the Guggenheim Fellowship
- Passed away in 2009
- Initially photographed the jazz scene
Moneta Sleet Jr
- Born in 1926
- Studied photojournalism at NYU
- First African American to win a Pulitzer Prize
- Documented moments during the Civil Rights Movement
- Photographed figures such as MLK and Coretta Scott King
- Captured the resilience of the Black community
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