Friday, February 6, 2009

a black history in photography: james vanderzee



James VanDerZee

James VanDerZee (1886-1983) was an African American photographer during the Harlem Renaissance who was best known for his pictures that captured the lives of African Americans in New York City. He had a gift for capturing the most influential individuals and riveting artistic moments of the era. Early 20th century activist Marcus Garvey,  entertainer/dancer Bill "Bojangles" Robinson and renowned poet Countee Cullen were among his more prominent subjects.

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