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American photographer
b.
1933
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Bruce Davidson is an American photographer known for his compelling and empathetic documentation of social issues and subcultures. Born on September 5, 1933, in Oak Park, Illinois, Davidson discovered photography at a young age and went on to study at the Rochester Institute of Technology and Yale University. He gained prominence in the late 1950s and 1960s for his series on the civil rights movement, the New York City subway system, and various subcultures like the Brooklyn gang "The Jokers." Davidson became a full member of the Magnum Photos agency in 1958, solidifying his place in the world of photojournalism.
Over his long career, Davidson has received numerous awards, including a Guggenheim Fellowship and the first National Endowment for the Arts grant ever awarded to a photographer. His work has been exhibited in major museums and galleries worldwide, and he has published several books that compile his most iconic series. Davidson's ability to deeply engage with his subjects, often spending years on a single project, sets him apart in the field and makes his work a poignant exploration of American life.
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