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This is How We Create
112. Shadow and Light: How Roy DeCarava Captured Black Joy in 1950s Harlem - Martine Severin

This is How We Create

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 8:43 Transcription Available


In this special mini-episode, we explore the extraordinary legacy of Roy DeCarava (1919-2009), one of the most influential photographers of the 20th century. From the streets of Harlem to the stages where jazz giants performed, DeCarava revolutionized how we see through photography, especially in his groundbreaking representation of Black life and culture. Listen in to hear how you can apply some of his lessons to your own work. Roy DeCarava Roy DeCarava Fresh Air NPR Roy DeCarava Charlie Rose  A Radical Vision: Roy DeCarava's "The Sweet Flypaper Of Life KEEP UP WITH MARTINE: Website: Martine SeverinFollow on Instagram: Martine | This Is How We CreateSubscribe to the Newsletter: Martine's Substack This episode of This is How We Create is produced and edited by Martine Severin.  

A brush with...
A brush with... Hank Willis Thomas

A brush with...

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 59:56


Hank Willis Thomas talks to Ben Luke about his influences—from writers to musicians and, of course, other artists—and the cultural experiences that have shaped his life and work. Thomas, born in 1976 in Plainfield, New Jersey, is a conceptual artist whose works in various media address identity, collectivity and subjectivity, particularly in relation to race, and how these subjects shape—and are shaped by—broad phenomena, from sports, advertising and brands to art history. Thomas trained as a photographer and a search for a singular powerful image underpins much of his work. But however impactful it might be at first sight, that instant appeal is always a gateway to greater cultural and historical complexity. He discusses his latest exhibition, Kinship of the Soul and its fusion of the paintings of Romare Bearden, Aaron Douglas and Henri Matisse, the early influence of Roy DeCarava's photographs, the importance of the Gee's Bend quilters, the writing of Audre Lorde and James Baldwin, and his surprising response to the Dukes of Hazzard television show. Plus, he answers our usual questions, including the ultimate: what is art for?Hank Willis Thomas: Kinship of the Soul, Pace, London, unil 21 December; Irving Penn: Kinship, Curated by Hank Willis Thomas, Pace, New York, until 21 December. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emulsions Podcast
Roy DeCarava

Emulsions Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 58:21


We discuss Roy DeCarava and his book with Langston Hughes, shooting in low light and embracing the shadows, why his mastery was overlooked, being ahead of his time and more!Send us a Text Message.

The Expert Eye
Episode 25: Shades of Gray

The Expert Eye

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 34:00


In this episode, Aimee discusses Roy DeCarava's lyrical photographs with Saul Robbins, who was DeCarava's studio assistant during graduate school. We talk about one photograph in particular that encapsulates the photographer's masterful printing style as well as his efforts to communicate his personal experiences.

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Visual Intonation
Frames of Life with Ayinde Anderson

Visual Intonation

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2023 59:40


Step behind the lens and into the vibrant world of award-winning cinematographer Ayinde Anderson, a visionary artist whose storytelling prowess knows no bounds. In this illuminating podcast, we explore Ayinde's multifaceted journey, from his formative years in Brooklyn, New York, to the cinematic heights he has reached today.Ayinde's story is as diverse and compelling as the films he captures. Raised in Raleigh, North Carolina, this creative soul found his passion for cinematography early on. With a Master's degree from the esteemed American Film Institute and mentorship from legends like Michael Chapman ASC and Thomas Ackerman ASC, Ayinde honed his craft, delving into the intricate art of visual storytelling.We unravel the tapestry of Ayinde's work, from his collaboration with Illegal Civilization on the poignant 'Summer of '17' short film to his series with Fader Magazine, where his lens captures the pulse of contemporary culture. His partnership with Malcolm Washington, a testament to the power of Black creatives collaborating, has resulted in projects that challenge norms and redefine storytelling.In the world of cinema, Ayinde stands as a beacon of change. His involvement in 'North Hollywood,' a feature film led by a Black director with a stellar cast, showcases his commitment to breaking barriers and promoting inclusivity in the industry. Through short films like 'The Dispute,' 'Jay,' and 'Retrieval,' Ayinde delves into narratives that are both intimate and profound, leaving audiences captivated by the depth of his storytelling.Ayinde's creative spirit extends beyond the silver screen. His collaboration with the California African American Museum on 'JUSTEN LEROY: LAY ME DOWN IN PRAISE' pays homage to the artistic legacy of Roy DeCarava, illustrating Ayinde's deep understanding of the intersection between visual art and cultural heritage.In this podcast, Ayinde candidly shares his insights on the importance of cinema classics like 'Fresh' and the influence of masters like Bresson, revealing the intricate layers that shape his artistic vision. He reflects on the profound impact of having a life beyond film, emphasizing the significance of personal experiences in fueling creativity.Ayinde Anderson's Website: https://ayindeanderson.com/Ayinde Anderson's Socials: https://www.instagram.com/ayindeanderson_/?hl=en Ayinde Anderson's Socials: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayinde-anderson-1934679bVisual Intonation Website: https://www.visualintonations.com/Visual Intonation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visualintonation/Vante Gregory's Website: vantegregory.comVante Gregory's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directedbyvante/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): patreon.com/visualintonations Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@visualintonation Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@directedbyvante

LensWork - Photography and the Creative Process

HT1553 - Photography Books Speaking somewhat coarsely, photography books can be divided into two types. There are those books that are a monograph of the photographer's best work, and then there are photography books where the subject is something found in the world. The former draws attention to the photographer; the latter draws attention to the world. Time in New England by Paul Strand California and the West by Edward Weston The Jews of Greece by Morrie Camhi Yosemite Range of Light by Ansel Adams Summer Nights by Robert Adams The Home Place by Wright Morris Gypsies by Josef Koudelka The Sweet Flypaper of Life by Roy DeCarava and Langston Hughes Italy: In the Shadow of Time by Linda Butler North American Cowboy - A Portrait by Jay Dusard Weeping Mary by O. Rufus Lovett From Uncertain to Blue by Keith Carter

Helga
Visual artist Carrie Mae Weems on grace and inclusion

Helga

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2022 50:07


Within seriousness, there's little room for play, but within play there's tremendous room for seriousness. It's through the act of serious play that wonderful ideas are born.  Carrie Mae Weems is one of today's most influential and generous contemporary American artists, as devoted to her own craft as she is to introducing other artists into the world. Her photography and diverse visual media has won her numerous awards including the Rome Prize, a MacArthur genius grant, and four honorary doctorates, and she was even named one of the 100 most influential women of all time by Ebony magazine.    In this episode, Weems explores the struggles artists must maintain to find balance and reach an audience, how the field cannot advance without the deep and profound inclusion of Black artists, and what the concept of “grace” means to her and her mother.   References: Dawoud Bey The Black Photographers Annual Joe Crawford Roy DeCarava Anthony Barboza Ming Smith Langston Hughes's ‘Black Nativity' Cassandra Myth

2-5-1
2-5m-1-S1E37-Blue Notes in B&W

2-5-1

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 5:14


Simon and Nick discuss the book Blue Notes in Black and White a book about the relationship between jazz image and jazz music.  Below is the blurb from the book: You can read and excerpt here Miles Davis, supremely cool behind his shades. Billie Holiday, eyes closed and head tilted back in full cry. John Coltrane, one hand behind his neck and a finger held pensively to his lips. These iconic images have captivated jazz fans nearly as much as the music has. Jazz photographs are visual landmarks in American history, acting as both a reflection and a vital part of African American culture in a time of immense upheaval, conflict, and celebration. Charting the development of jazz photography from the swing era of the 1930s to the rise of black nationalism in the '60s, Blue Notes in Black and White is the first of its kind: a fascinating account of the partnership between two of the twentieth century's most innovative art forms. Benjamin Cawthra introduces us to the great jazz photographers—including Gjon Mili, William Gottlieb, Herman Leonard, Francis Wolff, Roy DeCarava, and William Claxton—and their struggles, hustles, styles, and creative visions. We also meet their legendary subjects, such as Duke Ellington, sweating through a late-night jam session for the troops during World War II, and Dizzy Gillespie, stylish in beret, glasses, and goatee. Cawthra shows us the connections between the photographers, art directors, editors, and record producers who crafted a look for jazz that would sell magazines and albums. And on the other side of the lens, he explores how the musicians shaped their public images to further their own financial and political goals. This mixture of art, commerce, and racial politics resulted in a rich visual legacy that is vividly on display in Blue Notes in Black and White. Beyond illuminating the aesthetic power of these images, Cawthra ultimately shows how jazz and its imagery served a crucial function in the struggle for civil rights, making African Americans proudly, powerfully visible.

AAS 21 Podcast
A Black Gaze

AAS 21 Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 56:05


How do we look at, and respond to, work by Black contemporary artists? In this episode, we sat down with Tina Campt, Visiting Professor in Art & Archaeology and the Lewis Center for the Arts at Princeton. We trace the arc of Prof. Campt's career, from her earlier research on family photography in the African diaspora and how one can “listen to images,” all the way to her current writing and recent trip to this year's Venice Biennale. Along the way, we discuss concepts that elucidate the aesthetic, political, and experiential dynamics of work by artists like Jennifer Packer, Cameron Rowland, Stan Douglas, and Simone Leigh. Deep Dive: How to “listen” to a photograph Tina M. Campt, Listening to Images (Duke University Press, 2017). Tina M. Campt, A Black Gaze: Artists Changing How We See (MIT Press, 2021). The Breakdown - Guest Info (Photo credit: barnard.edu) Tina M. Campt (https://artandarchaeology.princeton.edu/people/tina-m-campt)  Professor Campt taught a multidisciplinary seminar called “Radical Composition” as a Visiting Professor at Princeton for the Spring 2022 semester. She is the Owen F. Walker Professor of Humanities and Modern Culture and Media at Brown University, and heads the Black Visualities Initiative at Brown's Cogut Institute for Humanities. In addition to the five books she has authored and edited, such as Listening to Images and A Black Gaze, Professor Campt is the lead convener of the Practicing Refusal Collective and the Sojourner Project.  See, Hear, Do “Radical Composition” course materials: Saidiya Hartman, "Venus in Two Acts." Small Axe 12, no. 2 (2008): 1-14.  Flying Lotus, “Until the Quiet Comes,” dir. Kahlil Joseph (2012).  Carrie Mae Weems, “People of a Darker Hue” (2016). Jay-Z, “4:44,” dir.  Arthur Jafa (2017).  Roy DeCarava and Langston Hughes, The Sweet Flypaper of Life (First Print Press, 2018). Practicing Refusal Collective, The Sojourner Project (ongoing). Whitney Museum of American Art, “Ask a Curator: Jennifer Packer: The Eye Is Not Satisfied With Seeing” (2022). Taylor DaFoe, “How Curators David Breslin and Adrienne Edwards Tackled the 2022 Whitney Biennial to Show ‘What America Really Looks Like',” artnet news (March 29, 2022). Simone Leigh, Sovereignty, Official U.S. Presentation, 59th International Art Exhibition, La Biennale di Venezia, April 23–November 27, 2022. National Gallery of Art, Afro-Atlantic Histories, April 10–July 17, 2022. Tina M. Campt, fourth lecture in the series Image Complex: Art, Visuality & Power, University of Sydney (online lecture, October 19th, 2022, register here).

Subtext & Discourse
Saul Robbins, photographer & educator | EP43 Subtext & Discourse

Subtext & Discourse

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2022 60:25


Saul Robbins is interested in the ways people interact within their surroundings and the psychological dynamics of intimacy. His photographs are motivated by observations of human behaviour and personal experience, especially those related to loss, unity, failure, and the latent potential residing in traditional photographic materials and personal history. Robbins is best known for “Initial Intake”, which examines the empty chairs of Manhattan-based psychotherapy professionals from their clients' perspective; “How Can I Help? – An Artful Dialogue”, a pop-up office into which he invites strangers to speak with him about anything they wish for free and in complete confidence. Robbins is also the father of a young boy and since 2012 has created several series of abstract “photographic drawings” and sculptures made from physically altered chromogenic paper and chemistry in response to his desire and struggles to start a family, including: “Where's My Happy Ending?;” “Chemical Peels;” “Fertile Gestures;” and a new series of traditional photographs. Exhibitions include The Bolinas Museum, Blue Sky Gallery, Busters, Deutsche Haus at NYU, chashama (Windows Installation), Griffin Museum, Humble Arts, ICP, KOLGA TBILISI PHOTO, Lilac Arts, MASQUELIBROS Artist Book Fair, Lilac Arts, Massachusetts General Hospital, MICA, Museum of Fine Arts – Houston, New Orleans Photo Alliance, Ost Gallery, Moscow, Pelican Bomb, Portland Art Museum, The Educational Alliance, Philoctetes Center, Skirball Center, Mark Woolley Gallery, White Gallery (PSU), and others. His photographs have been published in Aufbau, Berlin Tagesspiegel, CPW Quarterly, D - La Repubblica, Dummy, More, The New York Times, Real Simple, TAM, and Wired, among others. Grants and awards include The Covenant Foundation Ignition Grant, Sony World Photography Awards (Finalist), U.S. Embassy, Tblisi, GE, AJPA Rockower, Gunk Foundation, and New York Foundation for the Arts. Curatorial projects include Intervening Histories, OFF_Festival, Bratislava (2015), Projecting Freedom: Cinematic Interpretations of the Haggadah (2010), Regarding Intimacy (2007), and No Live Girls, Peep Show 28 (2002). Robbins was awarded a NICA Stipendium from Berlin's Hoch Schule der Kunste in 1998, and received his MFA from Hunter College (CUNY) in 1999, where he studied with Roy DeCarava, Mark Feldstein, Juan Sanchez, and Thomas Weaver. He teaches photography in New York City and has been leading Master Workshops internationally, helping photographers and artists to incorporate communication and professional development strategies into their creative practice. Interview with Saul Robbins recorded by Michael Dooney on 14. May 2021 between Berlin and New York via Squadcast. Portrait photo by Matthew J. Bernuca   NOTES Full episode transcript (online soon) Saul Robbins Official: https://www.saulrobbins.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Saul.Robbins/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saulrobbins/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saulrobbins/

Vision(s)
VISION #31 - GRÉGOIRE ELOY

Vision(s)

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 54:17


Chaque vision est singulière, porteuse de sens et de changement. Le but de ce format est de rassembler de nombreux artistes et que chacun nous délivre sa vision et son expérience de la photographie. Pour ce podcast, j'ai rendez-vous en plein Marais, dans le 3ème arrondissement de Paris. Grégoire Eloy, gagnant du Prix Niepce 2021,  m'accueille d'une voix douce et posée, un œil porté sur l'ouvrier qui termine les travaux dans la cour extérieure. Nous prenons le temps de discuter. Grégoire semble être un vrai passionné, au vu de la grande bibliothèque remplie de livres photos qui longe l'escalier. « Ça, c'est la rangée des livres scandinaves, là il y a les livres japonais. Les français sont là. Tiens, il manque un livre. » Quel bonheur de se retrouver avec un photographe qui transmet un tel enthousiasme ! Nous commençons l'enregistrement. Sa fille, qui rentre de l'école, se place dans l'escalier « pour capter le wifi » et aussi sûrement, pour écouter son père. Le chat familial, très craintif, fait des allers-retours à pas feutrés. Une heure de discussion captivante. ☄️ Ce podcast a été propulsé par Adobe France. Vivez l'expérience l'expérience Creative Cloud :  http://urlr.me/xtDGT 

Song of the Day
Samora Pinderhughes - Masculinity (feat. Immanuel Wilkins)

Song of the Day

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 5:39


Samora Pinderhughes - "Masculinity (feat. Immanuel Wilkins)" from the 2022 album GRIEF on Stretch Music / Ropeadope. GRIEF is more than just an album — it's a third of "The Healing Project," a multimedia effort from composer/artist Samora Pinderhughes, which also includes a forthcoming digital archive and an exhibition, opening on March 24th at the Yerba Buena Center For The Arts in San Francisco. (Watch the accompanying film below, directed by filmmaker Christian Padron, and inspired by the black-and-white photography of Roy DeCarava.) A Juilliard-trained musician, Pinderhughes wrote all the songs on the LP, inspired by artists from the '60's and '70s, like Nina Simone, Bob Dylan, and Curtis Mayfield. He tellsBandcamp, “What I love about Nina's Pastel Blues, and Dylan's first three or four records, is that when you listen individually, each song is a whole world about different ideas. But when you put them together, you get a picture of the time period.” Read the full post on KEXP.org Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Treatment
Morgan Cooper: ‘BEL AIR'

The Treatment

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2022 28:30


This week on The Treatment, Elvis welcomes “BEL AIR” creator and director, Morgan Cooper. The series, which was inspired by “The Fresh Prince of Bel Air,” is streaming on Peacock. Cooper tells The Treatment he wants to tell everyday stories of “Black normalcy” in his work. He says his influences, which include hip-hop artists and producers J Dilla and MF Doom along with photographer Gordon Parks and Roy DeCarava, find their way into “BEL AIR.” And Cooper says, if not every viewer understands the specific choices and references he made in the series, that's OK with him.

Sound Thoughts on Art
Season 1: Episode 10: Christian McBride and Roy DeCarava's “David”

Sound Thoughts on Art

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2021 22:11


In an improvised musical conversation, jazz bassist Christian McBride introduces himself to David. Connecting over McBride's walking bass line, they meet David's friends, splash by the fire hydrant, play stickball. Through David, McBride recalls his own childlike innocence. Find full transcripts and more information about this episode at www.nga.gov/music-programs/podc…decarava-david.html Subscribe directly to Sound Thoughts on Art from the National Gallery of Art on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app https://feeds.megaphone.fm/NGAT6207729686.  Still haven't subscribed to our YouTube channels? National Gallery of Art ►►https://www.youtube.com/NationalGalleryofArtUS National Gallery of Art | Talks ►►https://www.youtube.com/NationalGalleryofArtTalks ABOUT THE NATIONAL GALLERY OF ART The National Gallery of Art serves the nation by welcoming all people to explore and experience art, creativity, and our shared humanity. More National Gallery of Art Content: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationalgalleryofart Twitter: https://twitter.com/ngadc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ngadc/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ngadc/_created/ E-News: https://nga.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=e894a1837aca4526f7e8a11b3&id=2085ff9475

The Sweet Flypaper
Welcome to The Sweet Flypaper

The Sweet Flypaper

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2021 1:21


Designer Marquise Stillwell's new podcast series “The Sweet Flypaper” - borrows its name from “The Sweet Flypaper of Life,” a 1955 fiction and photography book by photographer Roy DeCarava and poet Langston Hughes, describing 1950s Black family life in Harlem, New York City.Joined at the beginning of each episode by friend, educator and Creative Economist, Neil Ramsay, this conversation series responds to a growing need to reexamine how design powers the world and our lives, and its potential to thoughtfully – and poetically – influence societal change. Stillwell firmly believes in the concept of holistic design practices, which, with the help of Ramsay, he uses as a guide to  navigate through the ten episodes of the first season.From Deb Willis' celebration of Black history, joy and progress through photography, to Paola Antonelli's philosophy that design democratization and literacy can be a catalyst for progress, Stillwell takes us on a warm, approachable journey through the nuances of the creative process and their power to change the world.

A Photographic Life
A Photographic Life - 164: Plus Jason Langer

A Photographic Life

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2021 20:33


In episode 164 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering transferable skills, film making, finding answers with photography and challenging the status quo. Plus this week photographer Jason Langer takes on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file no longer than 5 minutes in length in which he answer's the question ‘What Does Photography Mean to You?' Arizona born American photographer Jason Langer's love of photography dates back to his childhood in Ashland, Oregon.  Groomed on a Mamiya C330 twin-lens reflex, he developed his work in a makeshift darkroom cum hall closet in his family home before moving on to more advanced technology at the University of Oregon, where he earned a degree in photography.  Following graduation, Langer worked as an apprentice and printer for some of the San Francisco Bay Area's most renowned photographers, including Ruth Bernhard, Arthur Tress, and Michael Kenna, who became a lifelong mentor and friend. Langer descends from a tradition of photographers—George Krause, Ralph Gibson, Roy deCarava, Bill Brandt, Matt Mahurin—who photograph what is physically happening in the world, but a world in which the unexpected appears for brief glimpses before returning to generally accepted social norms. Langer's work has appeared in numerous publications including American Photo, Life, The New Yorker, The New York Times, Time, and Vanity Fair.  In addition, his in the permanent and private collections of the Rutgers University, Sir Elton John, Sir Mick Jagger, Yale University Art Gallery, and the Zimmerli Art Museum. He has published three monographs: Secret City (2006), Possession (2013) and Twenty Years (2015). He is currently working on a fourth book titled Berlin. Langer is also a sought-after photography mentor, having taught at the Academy of Art University for 12 years and Santa Fe Workshops since 2014. www.jasonlanger.com You can now subscribe to our weekly newsletter at https://www.getrevue.co/profile/unofphoto Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, a working photographer, documentary filmmaker, BBC Radio contributor and the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019). What Does Photography Mean to You? including 89 photographers who have contributed to the A Photographic Life podcast is on sale now £9.99 https://bluecoatpress.co.uk/product/what-does-photography-mean-to-you/ © Grant Scott 2021

Sound Thoughts on Art
Christian McBride and Roy DeCarava's “David”

Sound Thoughts on Art

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 22:11


In an improvised musical conversation, jazz bassist Christian McBride introduces himself to David. Connecting over McBride's walking bass line, they meet David's friends, splash by the fire hydrant, play stickball. Through David, McBride recalls his own childlike innocence. Find full transcripts and more information about this episode at https://www.nga.gov/music-programs/podcasts/christian-mcbride-roy-decarava-david.html.

National Gallery of Art | Music
Christian McBride and Roy DeCarava's “David”

National Gallery of Art | Music

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 22:11


In an improvised musical conversation, jazz bassist Christian McBride introduces himself to David. Connecting over McBride's walking bass line, they meet David's friends, splash by the fire hydrant, play stickball. Through David, McBride recalls his own childlike innocence. Find full transcripts and more information about this episode at https://www.nga.gov/music-programs/podcasts/christian-mcbride-roy-decarava-david.html. Subscribe directly to Sound Thoughts on Art from the National Gallery of Art on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app

National Gallery of Art | Audio
Christian McBride and Roy DeCarava's “David”

National Gallery of Art | Audio

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2021 22:11


In an improvised musical conversation, jazz bassist Christian McBride introduces himself to David. Connecting over McBride's walking bass line, they meet David's friends, splash by the fire hydrant, play stickball. Through David, McBride recalls his own childlike innocence. Find full transcripts and more information about this episode at https://www.nga.gov/music-programs/podcasts/christian-mcbride-roy-decarava-david.html. Subscribe directly to Sound Thoughts on Art from the National Gallery of Art on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app

The Photo Banter
Ab Sesay

The Photo Banter

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2021 87:53


On today's podcast I speak with photographer Ab Sesay. Ab has worked with clients such as Universal Records, Loreal, Vibe Magazine, and X-Rite to name a few. Beyond being an accomplished photographer Ab is also the creative director and executive producer at MAC Group where he works with brands such as Sekonic meters. In this interview I speak with Ab about how he discovered photography , some of is photographic influences such as Roy DeCarava, and I also speak to Ab about how approaches advertising productions. Ab has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the photo business so I was grateful to get a chance to speak with him about his journey with photography so I hope you enjoy and thanks for listening! www.absesay.com @absesay_photo

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A brush with...
A brush with... Rashid Johnson

A brush with...

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 59:05


Ben Luke talks to Rashid Johnson about the cultural experiences that have had an impact on his life and work. They discuss his beginnings as a photographer, but how he quickly occupied a "post-medium space", working in everything from film to sculpture, installation and, as with the other artists in the first series, in painting. Rashid talks about his use of materials like black soap and shea butter, the role of books in his work, and the personal and political background to his recent body of Anxious works, culminating in the new Anxious Red paintings. Through the conversation, Rashid reveals the influence of cultural figures as diverse as the hip-hop star Rakim, writers including Toni Morrison and Paul Beatty, and artists as diverse as Roy DeCarava, Franz Kline, Jean Dubuffet and David Hammons. He also answers our regular questions about studio rituals, the one artwork he would choose to live with, and, finally, what is art for? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Real Photo Show with Michael Chovan-Dalton
Ross Kasovitz | K&M Camera Past, Present, & Future - Ep.115

Real Photo Show with Michael Chovan-Dalton

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 40:23


"I can tell you stories upon stories about endless amounts of people who have come through from Roy DeCarava, Allen Ginsberg, Robert Frank, Larry Clark…all the icons of the fine art photo community…everybody…Helen Levitt and Mary Ellen Mark. Just amazing artists…my father's been in it from the beginning." Ross Kasovitz grew up around some of the most well known photographers and artists for all of his life. He is the son of Peter "Itzik" Kasovitz of K&M Camera. Ross and I talk about how he came to take over the business, how he helped transform it, and how he is working to get the business back up and running after the shut-down. Ross has some great insight into how the shut-down and social distancing will effect the downstream art businesses such as retailers, printers, and framers. We also talk about the impact on photo education and what happens with analog photography and the darkroom. Ross tells a few amazing stories from his family's relationships with some of K&M's legendary customers, including one very funny story about Joel Sternfeld. https://kmcamera.com/ Be sure to also checkout a new show by my friend and former co-host Kai McBride: Kai's Photo Topic with Ross Kasovitz and Jeff Hirsch https://lunacornua.com/camera-stores/

Photosensible
Episode #03 - Céline Gaille, Partie 2 : A la rencontre de l'autre

Photosensible

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2020 45:01


Céline Gaille, Partie 2 : A la rencontre de l'autre. Dans l'épisode précédent, Céline nous a raconté comment elle en est venue à devenir photographe. Tous les chemins ne sont pas tout tracés et après avoir pris cette grande décision à 30 ans puis avoir fait une école de photographie à Rome, elle décide de retourner à New-York. Elle en profite pour essayer de rencontrer à nouveau Roy Decarava qu'elle retrouve, mais ce dernier décède la nuit précédent leur rendez-vous. Baignée de bienveillance, la veuve de Roy lui prodigue un précieux conseil : « Séparez toujours vos travaux de commande de vos travaux personnels ». Et Céline s'y emploi. Si elle a une photo que l'on pourrait considérer d'académique pour ses travaux de commande, elle embarque son Nikon FM2 et des pellicules en noir et blanc pour explorer ses propres méandres. Quelques années plus tard, c'est en famille qu'elle pose ses valises à Lisbonne d'où naîtrons deux œuvres phares dans sa vie artistique.Et cette histoire, je la laisse vous la conter. Si vous avez apprécié cet épisode, n'hésitez pas à nous laisser des étoiles et des commentaires sur vos applis d'écoutes préférées, ça nous aidera à nous faire connaître et à avancer. On espère grandir avec vous alors nous serons toujours à l'écoute de vos retours. Pour en découvrir plus sur Céline : Chez Hans Lucas Le livre Accepte-le, Un album portugais 1919-1979, ed. The Eyes Publishing à retrouver ici. Documentaire en cours Fragments d'Ancrage dans le cadre du programme Camigri, soutenu par l'ANS et le CNRS à découvrir par là. Crédits : Photosensible un podcast proposé et réalisé par Thomas Biarneix. Avec les lectures de Frédérique Biarneix. Photo de couverture : Entre-temps par Céline Gaille Enregistré au Studio de la Garonnette. Musiques de Tom Terrien, par ordre d'apparition : Brown and green - From to Mum's Remedy – Mum's Remedy QB – From to Bright Feathers Within – 10 yeras Slae's Airlines - Bodylinologie No Call #2 – Mum's Remedy Never realy gone - From To Avec des sons additionnels de la BBC Sounds Effects et Fragments d'ancrage – Diaporama sonore Pour découvrir le travail de Céline :https://celinegaille.com/https://www.instagram.com/clngaille/

BadGeek
Photosensible S01 E03 du 20/03/20 - Céline Gaille, Partie 02 : A la rencontre de l’autre. (45min)

BadGeek

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2020 45:16


# Céline Gaille, Partie 2 : A la rencontre de l’autre. Dans l’épisode précédent, Céline nous a raconté comment elle en est venue à devenir photographe. Tous les chemins ne sont pas tout tracés et après avoir pris cette grande décision à 30 ans puis avoir fait une école de photographie à Rome, elle décide de retourner à New-York. Elle en profite pour essayer de rencontrer à nouveau Roy Decarava qu’elle retrouve, mais ce dernier décède la nuit précédent leur rendez-vous. Baignée de bienveillance, la veuve de Roy lui prodigue un précieux conseil: «Séparez toujours vos travaux de commande de vos travaux personnels». Et Céline s’y emploi. Si elle a une photo que l’on pourrait considérer d’académique pour ses travaux de commande, elle embarque son Nikon FM2 et des pellicules en noir et blanc pour explorer ses propres méandres. Quelques années plus tard, c’est en famille qu’elle pose ses valises à Lisbonne d’où naîtrons deux œuvres phares dans sa vie artistique. Et cette histoire, je la laisse vous la conter. Si vous avez apprécié cet épisode, n’hésitez pas à nous laisser des étoiles et des commentaires sur vos applis d’écoutes préférées, ça nous aidera à nous faire connaître et à avancer. On espère grandir avec vous alors nous serons toujours à l’écoute de vos retours. **Crédits :** Photosensible un podcast proposé et réalisé par [Thomas Biarneix](https://thomasbiarneix.com/). Avec les lectures de Frédérique Biarneix. Photo de couverture : *Entre-temps* par [Céline Gaille](https://celinegaille.com/) Enregistré au Studio de la Garonnette. **Musiques** de [Tom Terrien](https://tomterrien.wixsite.com/), par ordre d'apparition: Brown and green - From to Mum’s Remedy – Mum’s Remedy QB – From to Bright Feathers Within – 10 yeras Slae’s Airlines - Bodylinologie No Call #2 – Mum’s Remedy Never realy gone - From To Avec des sons additionnels de la [BBC Sounds Effects](http://bbcsfx.acropolis.org.uk/) et [Fragments d’ancrage – Diaporama sonore](https://celinegaille.com/work/diaporama-sonore-routes-de-dalanda-2/) Pour découvrir le travail de Céline: [https://celinegaille.com/](https://celinegaille.com/) [https://www.instagram.com/clngaille/](https://www.instagram.com/clngaille/)

Fishko Files from WNYC
Roy DeCarava

Fishko Files from WNYC

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2019 5:56


Soon after the events of September 11, a long-awaited book of jazz photography by the late Roy DeCarava was published and received by a changed world. WNYC's Sara Fishko talked to DeCarava, who died 10 years ago this fall, about the joys and sorrows of the human condition. (Produced for Studio 360 in 2001) Photographs from DeCarava's book The Sound I Saw are on display at David Zwirner in two exhibitions opening tomorrow, September 5. Fishko Files with Sara Fishko Assistant Producer: Olivia BrileyMix Engineer: Wayne ShulmisterEditor: Karen Frillmann

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Focal Point
Episode 3: Dawoud Bey and Teju Cole

Focal Point

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2019 57:14


In this special extended episode, photographer Dawoud Bey and writer, critic, and photographer Teju Cole are in conversation with MoCP’s curator of academic programs and collections, Kristin Taylor. Bey and Cole discuss works in the MoCP’s permanent collection by Roy DeCarava and Melissa Ann Pinney as well as their thoughts on seeing, understanding, and creating images in the world today.

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Rainbow Soul
Rhonda Terry interviews Sherry Turner DeCarava & Dr Glory van Scott

Rainbow Soul

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2018 68:00


Host Rhonda Terry interviews singer, actress, writer Dr Glory Van Scott at the top of the show.  Scott talks about her book Glory: A Life Among Legends, a powerful memoir that takes the reader from an early life whose innocence is cut short almost overnight, to Van Scott's dedication to the performing arts as a professional who would find herself at the vanguard of a new vision of African-American dance and theater securing its place as an original American art form.  Then talks with Art Historian Sherry Turner DeCarava on the second half of the show regarding The Roy DeCarava Centennial Celebration wherein they discuss The Sweet Flypaper of Life, Roy's 1955 book with Langston Hughes.      

B&H Photography Podcast
Kamoinge Collective and “The Black Woman: Power and Grace”

B&H Photography Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2018 58:29


On this week’s B&H Photography Podcast, we welcome three members of the Kamoinge photography workshop and, through their collective eyes, we discuss African-American photography of the past sixty years and the role that Kamoinge has played in nurturing and presenting that photography. We also discuss the making of their current exhibition and the artists involved, called, “The Black Woman: Power and Grace,” which is at the National Arts Club through June 30, 2018. To speak on Kamoinge and the exhibit, we have with us photographers Russell Frederick, Delphine Diallo and Jules Allen. Mr. Frederick is the current vice-president of the collective and provides some historical context and a sense of the mission of the group, which was formed in 1963. Mr. Allen discusses a few of the important figures in the group’s history, including Beuford Smith, Roy DeCarava, and Ming Smith; and Ms. Diallo reflects upon the appeal the workshop held for her when she arrived in Brooklyn, as well as thoughts on the obstacles women photographers still face in our industry. Each brings to the table a personal insight on the range of topics that come up during this humorous, provocative, and historically informative conversation. Kamoinge has deep and significant roots, but it is ever-evolving, and the diverse work of Mr. Frederick, Ms. Diallo, and Mr. Allen is testimony to the wide range of photography that finds a home at Kamoinge. Join us for this lively episode and check out the “Power and Grace” exhibit, at the National Arts Club.        Guests: Delphine Diallo, Jules Allen, and Russell Frederick Photograph © Delphine Diallo

Real Photo Show with Michael Chovan-Dalton
Peter Kasovitz | K&M Camera - Episode 67

Real Photo Show with Michael Chovan-Dalton

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2018 43:12


"The people that I dealt with were quite fascinating to me because I came from a completely different perspective and I began following them and I said they support me there's no reason for me not to support them." Peter Kasovitz is the co-founder of K&M Camera which has been in business for 42 years. It's an institution among photographers from all around the world and Peter's generosity and support for students and established photographers is know by many. Peter and I spoke at SVA which was meaningful for the both of us, SVA brought many customers to K&M, including me, and it was while I was a student at SVA that I learned first hand of Peter's generosity. We also talk about Peter's relationships with some great photographers such as Robert Frank and Roy DeCarava. This episode sponsored by the School of Visual Arts MFA Photography, Video, & Related Media - Charles Traub, Chair. http://www.mfaphoto.sva.edu/ Visit www.thephotoshow.org @realphotoshow on Twitter/IG/FB

We're Getting Better
We're Getting Better - Episode 205: Whats your lane?

We're Getting Better

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2016 9:59


"Whats your lane? Is it sports? Its it portraits? Maybe its nature… Oh and thats just the overall genre. If you had to really specify what you shoot, what would it be? So not just sports… but which sport? Is it Hockey portraits? Maybe you have a passion for zoology and you've got a burning desire to document every living species of bird in North America. Now THATS a lane..." Website: www.BryonSummers.com www.
Instagram.com/WereGettingBetter — Photographer Spotlight: Roy DeCarava. Born December 9th,1919 in Harlem, Roy DeCarava would grow up to be a renowned master photographer. He began his career as a painter and later turned to photography by the 1940s. His photographs were initially used as references for what would eventually end up on the canvas as paintings but by 1952, DeCarava was all in. He embraced photography as his new medium and was even the 9th photographer to receive the Guggenheim Foundation Fellowship. He considered his images artistic expressions - serious, artistic, and universally human. He worked for Columbia, Prestige, ABC Paramount, and Atlantic records as well as Sports Illustrated and Scientific American until the 1970s when he became a professor of art at Cooper Union. He's received several honorary degrees from Rhode Island School of Design, Maryland Institute of Art, The Parsons School of Design and the Art Institute of Boston for contributions to American Art. In addition to his many accolades, DeCarava was awarded the Gold Medal for Lifetime Achievement from the National Arts Club and the Master of Photography Award of the International Center of Photography. In 2006, he was awarded the National Medal of Art from the National Endowment for the Arts, presented by President George W. Bush. Decarava died of natural caused October 27, 2009. For more of Roy DeCarava visit http://decarava.org/ — Music:
KB @push-music --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bryonsummers/support

On Taking Pictures
190: One Big Bundle of Bias

On Taking Pictures

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2015 83:54


This week, we're discussing a letter from a listener who offers observations on the intellectualizing of modern art and how we tend to find it difficult to relate when we look at it emotionally. Also, another letter from a listener sparks a discussion around what to do when a shoot (or a project) doesn't turn out the way you wanted it to and how we gauge success or failure. Next week, we're looking at an NPR article that asks whether or not it's bad if art is boring. Check the show notes. Roy DeCarava is our Photographer of the Week.

On Taking Pictures
190: One Big Bundle of Bias

On Taking Pictures

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2015 83:54


This week, we’re discussing a letter from a listener who offers observations on the intellectualizing of modern art and how we tend to find it difficult to relate when we look at it emotionally. Also, another letter from a listener sparks a discussion around what to do when a shoot (or a project) doesn’t turn out the way you wanted it to and how we gauge success or failure. Next week, we’re looking at an NPR article that asks whether or not it’s bad if art is boring. Check the show notes. Roy DeCarava is our Photographer of the Week.

The Candid Frame: Conversations on Photography
TCF Ep. 289 - Roderick Lyons

The Candid Frame: Conversations on Photography

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2015 66:49


Roderick Lyons began his journey as a photographer while serving in Vietnam as a member of the Air Force. However, his desire to be a creative person and have unique experiences was born his his early years growing in South Los Angeles. Inspired by the likes of Roy DeCarava and Gordon Parks, pursued his passion for photography in many forms which included portraiture, photojournalism and street photography. His personal journey as a photographer has led him to take several different paths including work as a freelance photojournalist, as an editor and now as an adjunct professor of photography and journalism at Los Angeles Valley College in Southern California.     Resources:   Roderick Lyons http://www.rodericklyonsphotography.com   Aaron Bryant https://www.linkedin.com/pub/aaron-bryant/a5/740/a05   Support the work we do at The Candid Frame with your donations via PayPal.   https://www.paypal.com/us/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_flow&SESSION=HBnFwl3Zs5Q3QQ3rDfeCzfFwmHC1AO7ySBswGM9sbRmbZlR3D4N50EsXzXq&dispatch=5885d80a13c0db1f8e263663d3faee8d5c97cbf3d75cb63effe5661cdf3adb6d

The Gist of Freedom   Preserving American History through Black Literature . . .
Filmmaker, Thomas Allen Harris, Through a Lens Darkly..The Emergence of a People

The Gist of Freedom Preserving American History through Black Literature . . .

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2014 61:00


Inspired by Deborah Willis' book, Reflections in Black, THROUGH A LENS DARKLY (Willis is also a co-producer) casts a broad net that begins with filmmaker Thomas Allen Harris's family album. It considers the difference between black photographers who use the camera to define themselves, their people, and their culture and some white photographers who, historically, have demeaned African-Americans through racist imagery. The film embraces both historical material (African-Americans who were slaves, who fought in the Civil War, were victims of lynchings, or were pivotal in the Civil Rights Movement) and contemporary images made by such luminaries as Roy DeCarava, Gordon Parks, and Carrie Mae Weems. The film is a cornucopia of Americana that reveals deeply disturbing truths about the history of race relations while expressing joyous, life-affirming sentiments about the ability of artists and amateurs alike to assert their identity through the photographic lens. Note: The Digital Diaspora Family Reunion Roadshow is an interactive project that ties-in with the film. For more details, go to www.1World1Family.me. USA • 2014 • 92 MINS. • First Run Features

Primary Sources, Black History
Filmmaker, Thomas Allen Harris, Through a Lens Darkly..The Emergence of a People

Primary Sources, Black History

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2014 61:00


Join The Gist of Freedom tonight as we welcome filmmaker, Thomas Allen Harris.  Inspired by Deborah Willis’ book, Reflections in Black, THROUGH A LENS DARKLY (Willis is also a co-producer) casts a broad net that begins with filmmaker Thomas Allen Harris’s family album. It considers the difference between black photographers who use the camera to define themselves, their people, and their culture and some white photographers who, historically, have demeaned African-Americans through racist imagery. The film embraces both historical material (African-Americans who were slaves, who fought in the Civil War, were victims of lynchings, or were pivotal in the Civil Rights Movement) and contemporary images made by such luminaries as Roy DeCarava, Gordon Parks, and Carrie Mae Weems. The film is a cornucopia of Americana that reveals deeply disturbing truths about the history of race relations while expressing joyous, life-affirming sentiments about the ability of artists and amateurs alike to assert their identity through the photographic lens. Note: The Digital Diaspora Family Reunion Roadshow is an interactive project that ties-in with the film. For more details, go to www.1World1Family.me.

New Books in Art
Ben Cawthra, “Blue Notes in Black and White: Photography in Jazz” (University of Chicago Press, 2011)

New Books in Art

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2012 56:59


Ben Cawthra‘s Blue Notes in Black and White: Photography and Jazz (University of Chicago, 2011) discusses the way images of jazz and the musicians who played it both reflected and influenced our racial perceptions during the period between the 1930s and 1960s. Cawthra reveals the complex interactions between socially conscious photographers, magazine editors, record producers, jazz critics and the musicians themselves. From swing to bebop to cool, to West Coast Jazz to hard bop, Cawthra’s book gives the reader fascinating photographic and biographical portraits of Duke Ellington, Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, and John Coltrane among others. The photographers, too, including Charles Peterson, Gijon Mili, Francis Wolff, William Claxton, Herman Leonard, William Gottlieb, and Roy DeCarava had nuanced and unique photographic styles. Cawtha also gives insight as to how African-American jazz musicians such as Gillespie, Davis, and Rollins attempted to control their own economic and image destinies within the ever-changing political economy of the record industry. Cawthra also explains how Life Magazine, the development of the Long Playing Record (LP), and the concurrent milestones in civil rights all influenced the photographic culture of jazz – and there is a fascinating section on the very conscious marketing of “West Coast Jazz” to emerging white suburban markets in the 50s and 60s. The complex confluences of such a wide depth and breadth of social history is bound to stimulate much thinking and raise many additional questions. Rich, thought-provoking, and with images and insights that stay with you: read it, look at the photos and think long and hard…there’s no end to the combination and permutations of analyses….like jazz itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Books in Photography
Ben Cawthra, “Blue Notes in Black and White: Photography in Jazz” (University of Chicago Press, 2011)

New Books in Photography

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2012 56:59


Ben Cawthra‘s Blue Notes in Black and White: Photography and Jazz (University of Chicago, 2011) discusses the way images of jazz and the musicians who played it both reflected and influenced our racial perceptions during the period between the 1930s and 1960s. Cawthra reveals the complex interactions between socially conscious photographers, magazine editors, record producers, jazz critics and the musicians themselves. From swing to bebop to cool, to West Coast Jazz to hard bop, Cawthra’s book gives the reader fascinating photographic and biographical portraits of Duke Ellington, Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, and John Coltrane among others. The photographers, too, including Charles Peterson, Gijon Mili, Francis Wolff, William Claxton, Herman Leonard, William Gottlieb, and Roy DeCarava had nuanced and unique photographic styles. Cawtha also gives insight as to how African-American jazz musicians such as Gillespie, Davis, and Rollins attempted to control their own economic and image destinies within the ever-changing political economy of the record industry. Cawthra also explains how Life Magazine, the development of the Long Playing Record (LP), and the concurrent milestones in civil rights all influenced the photographic culture of jazz – and there is a fascinating section on the very conscious marketing of “West Coast Jazz” to emerging white suburban markets in the 50s and 60s. The complex confluences of such a wide depth and breadth of social history is bound to stimulate much thinking and raise many additional questions. Rich, thought-provoking, and with images and insights that stay with you: read it, look at the photos and think long and hard…there’s no end to the combination and permutations of analyses….like jazz itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Books Network
Ben Cawthra, “Blue Notes in Black and White: Photography in Jazz” (University of Chicago Press, 2011)

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2012 56:59


Ben Cawthra‘s Blue Notes in Black and White: Photography and Jazz (University of Chicago, 2011) discusses the way images of jazz and the musicians who played it both reflected and influenced our racial perceptions during the period between the 1930s and 1960s. Cawthra reveals the complex interactions between socially conscious photographers, magazine editors, record producers, jazz critics and the musicians themselves. From swing to bebop to cool, to West Coast Jazz to hard bop, Cawthra’s book gives the reader fascinating photographic and biographical portraits of Duke Ellington, Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, and John Coltrane among others. The photographers, too, including Charles Peterson, Gijon Mili, Francis Wolff, William Claxton, Herman Leonard, William Gottlieb, and Roy DeCarava had nuanced and unique photographic styles. Cawtha also gives insight as to how African-American jazz musicians such as Gillespie, Davis, and Rollins attempted to control their own economic and image destinies within the ever-changing political economy of the record industry. Cawthra also explains how Life Magazine, the development of the Long Playing Record (LP), and the concurrent milestones in civil rights all influenced the photographic culture of jazz – and there is a fascinating section on the very conscious marketing of “West Coast Jazz” to emerging white suburban markets in the 50s and 60s. The complex confluences of such a wide depth and breadth of social history is bound to stimulate much thinking and raise many additional questions. Rich, thought-provoking, and with images and insights that stay with you: read it, look at the photos and think long and hard…there’s no end to the combination and permutations of analyses….like jazz itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Books in Music
Ben Cawthra, “Blue Notes in Black and White: Photography in Jazz” (University of Chicago Press, 2011)

New Books in Music

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2012 56:59


Ben Cawthra‘s Blue Notes in Black and White: Photography and Jazz (University of Chicago, 2011) discusses the way images of jazz and the musicians who played it both reflected and influenced our racial perceptions during the period between the 1930s and 1960s. Cawthra reveals the complex interactions between socially conscious photographers, magazine editors, record producers, jazz critics and the musicians themselves. From swing to bebop to cool, to West Coast Jazz to hard bop, Cawthra’s book gives the reader fascinating photographic and biographical portraits of Duke Ellington, Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, and John Coltrane among others. The photographers, too, including Charles Peterson, Gijon Mili, Francis Wolff, William Claxton, Herman Leonard, William Gottlieb, and Roy DeCarava had nuanced and unique photographic styles. Cawtha also gives insight as to how African-American jazz musicians such as Gillespie, Davis, and Rollins attempted to control their own economic and image destinies within the ever-changing political economy of the record industry. Cawthra also explains how Life Magazine, the development of the Long Playing Record (LP), and the concurrent milestones in civil rights all influenced the photographic culture of jazz – and there is a fascinating section on the very conscious marketing of “West Coast Jazz” to emerging white suburban markets in the 50s and 60s. The complex confluences of such a wide depth and breadth of social history is bound to stimulate much thinking and raise many additional questions. Rich, thought-provoking, and with images and insights that stay with you: read it, look at the photos and think long and hard…there’s no end to the combination and permutations of analyses….like jazz itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Books in American Studies
Ben Cawthra, “Blue Notes in Black and White: Photography in Jazz” (University of Chicago Press, 2011)

New Books in American Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2012 56:59


Ben Cawthra‘s Blue Notes in Black and White: Photography and Jazz (University of Chicago, 2011) discusses the way images of jazz and the musicians who played it both reflected and influenced our racial perceptions during the period between the 1930s and 1960s. Cawthra reveals the complex interactions between socially conscious photographers, magazine editors, record producers, jazz critics and the musicians themselves. From swing to bebop to cool, to West Coast Jazz to hard bop, Cawthra’s book gives the reader fascinating photographic and biographical portraits of Duke Ellington, Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, and John Coltrane among others. The photographers, too, including Charles Peterson, Gijon Mili, Francis Wolff, William Claxton, Herman Leonard, William Gottlieb, and Roy DeCarava had nuanced and unique photographic styles. Cawtha also gives insight as to how African-American jazz musicians such as Gillespie, Davis, and Rollins attempted to control their own economic and image destinies within the ever-changing political economy of the record industry. Cawthra also explains how Life Magazine, the development of the Long Playing Record (LP), and the concurrent milestones in civil rights all influenced the photographic culture of jazz – and there is a fascinating section on the very conscious marketing of “West Coast Jazz” to emerging white suburban markets in the 50s and 60s. The complex confluences of such a wide depth and breadth of social history is bound to stimulate much thinking and raise many additional questions. Rich, thought-provoking, and with images and insights that stay with you: read it, look at the photos and think long and hard…there’s no end to the combination and permutations of analyses….like jazz itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices