Gordon Parks, The Early Years: 1942 - 1963

Rhona Hoffman Gallery is pleased to present Gordon Parks's fourth solo exhibition with the gallery, The Early Years: 1942 - 1963.

One of the preeminent photographers of the twentieth century and committed to social justice throughout his life, Parks is best known for his documentation of African-American life, both in urban and rural environments, and his focus on civil rights.

Many of the photographs in this exhibition were captured during Parks' time as a staff photographer at Life magazine, where he was the first African-American to be hired in that position, in 1948.

On the cover: GORDON PARKS
Untitled, Chicago, Illinois, 1953
Archival pigment print
14 x 13 7/8 inches, image
Edition 1 of 15

Source: Rhona Hoffman Gallery