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Legendary photographer Jim Alexander on a life beyond portraits
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Jim Alexander is a legendary award-winning photographer, photojournalist, and activist. Over his multiple decades-spanning career, the 88-year-old has taken at least a quarter million photos. His massive collection captures Black life in America and pinpoints pivotal moments in history such as the civil rights movement through the present day. His work also features musicians like Duke Ellington, James Brown, Count Basie, Ella Fitzgerald, Miles Davis and more.
For the conclusion of “Closer Look’s”’ Juneteenth series, for a special audio documentary, show host Rose Scott talks with Alexander at his studio in East Point. The globally treasured lensman reflects on his life beyond his portraits.
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Manage episode 423599274 series 3382634
Jim Alexander is a legendary award-winning photographer, photojournalist, and activist. Over his multiple decades-spanning career, the 88-year-old has taken at least a quarter million photos. His massive collection captures Black life in America and pinpoints pivotal moments in history such as the civil rights movement through the present day. His work also features musicians like Duke Ellington, James Brown, Count Basie, Ella Fitzgerald, Miles Davis and more.
For the conclusion of “Closer Look’s”’ Juneteenth series, for a special audio documentary, show host Rose Scott talks with Alexander at his studio in East Point. The globally treasured lensman reflects on his life beyond his portraits.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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