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Bobby Grossman

 

11in x 14in

Signed and stamped archival photo print

$800.00 (Not including sales tax) (unframed)

Edition of 5
 

Bobby Grossman is a renowned American photographer best known for his striking portraits and candid images that capture the raw energy of the 1970s and '80s music and fashion scenes. With a keen eye for the personal and the unconventional, Grossman’s work documents the vibrant counterculture of New York City during one of its most transformative periods. Starting in the early '70s, Grossman became a vital presence in the downtown art and music community, using his camera to immortalize legends like David Bowie, Blondie, Lou Reed, and Iggy Pop. His images were often featured in publications like PUNK magazine, where he created some of the most iconic portraits of the era. Whether capturing a fleeting moment of spontaneity or a carefully composed shot, Grossman’s photography brings out the essence of his subjects, offering a glimpse into the personalities behind the music and culture that defined a generation.

 

Grossman’s distinctive style merges documentary realism with artistic expression, creating photographs that are both intimate and arresting. His ability to capture the intersection of music, fashion, and the emerging punk ethos made him an essential documentarian of the scene. Over the years, his work has been showcased in galleries and exhibitions, cementing his legacy as a photographer who not only chronicled the cultural zeitgeist but also shaped it.Through his lens, Grossman captured moments of cultural revolution that continue to resonate today, leaving behind a visual history of one of music's most influential and visually innovative eras.

Mark Mothersbaugh

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