Sep 03 2024
Karen Halverson, born on this day September 3, 1941 in Syracuse, New York, has made an impression on the world of photography. Her unique perspective on the American landscape has been widely recognized and celebrated. Currently based in Studio City, California, she imparts her vast knowledge and experience to students at the Art Center College …
Aug 01 2024
Jaromír Funke was an influential figure in the world of modernist photography. Born on this day August 1, 1896 in what is now the Czech Republic, Funke emerged as one of the leading photographers of his time, contributing significantly to the modernist and avant-garde movement of the early 20th century. His work was characterized by …
Jul 27 2024
Born on this day July 27, 1936 in Baltimore, Maryland, Roland L. Freeman’s journey as a photographer began in the tumultuous era of the Civil Rights Movement. He started his career as a freelance photographer, capturing powerful images that bore testimony to the socio-political landscape of the era. His keen eye for detail and a …
Jan 14 2024
Born on January 14, 1904, the celebrated British photographer Cecil Beaton possessed an extraordinary ability to capture the world through a stardust lens, transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary. His work, spanning several decades of the 20th century, is a testament to his unique vision and creativity. Beaton’s photographs, whether they be of society’s elite …
Jan 07 2024
Born on this day January 7, 1924, Roloff Beny, a renowned Canadian photographer, artist and author, occupied a unique position at the intersection of photography, travel, and culture. His work transcended the boundary of mere photography to become a profound exploration of cultural aesthetics and human civilization. Beny’s photographic journey was a blend of his …
Jan 02 2024
“We were so young. I don’t think Bailey or anyone had any idea how important the work we were doing was…we were just kids really, I was 18 when I first started working with Bailey. I met him on the roof of Vogue” -Jean Shrimpton The 1960s was a decade of change, innovation, and creativity, …
Nov 18 2023
Born on this day November 18, 1944, Linda Connor is a celebrated American photographer known for her evocative images that captivate the viewer’s imagination. Her relationship with photography began in the late 1960s when she studied at the San Francisco Art Institute. Here, she honed her skills and nurtured her inquisitive eye for capturing the …
Apr 08 2022
American photographer Bill Burke was born on this day April 8, 1943 in Derby, Connecticut.
