New York
The surfer from New York promoting safe stoke for all
Merrell 1TRL x The Outsiders Project — Never one to let perceptions come between her and her love of the water, 34-year-old Cynthia Hicks used to be the only person of colour – and the only female – on her swim team in The Bronx. She now lives a stone’s throw from the Atlantic at Rockaway Beach and teaches surfing to kids from traditionally excluded backgrounds, sharing a message of inclusion, water safety but above all fun – with every single ride.
Written by: Paul Evans
Capturing the faces of 21st century Harlem
A new exhibition is celebrating the ordinary people who make up the diverse New York neighbourhood.
Written by: Miss Rosen
A heady glimpse into New York’s underground scene
Dominique Misrahi discusses her unlikely start as a photographer capturing intimate scenes of the city's youth and subcultures.
Written by: Miss Rosen
Celebrating DJ Kool Herc and the birth of hip hop
Cindy Campbell recounts how her brother ushered in a new era of musical culture at a party she held in the Bronx in ‘70s.
Written by: Miss Rosen
Photos celebrating the birthplace of hip hop
Sean Maung’s photos are a love letter to music, dancing, graffiti, and streetwear, along with the Black and brown communities that make up New York.
Written by: Miss Rosen
A tender portrait of Chinatown New York in the 1980s
Photographer Bud Glick recounts documenting street life, people, and domestic scenes in the area, and what it taught him about the Chinese immigrant experience.
Written by: Miss Rosen
William Klein’s panoramic portrait of the 20th century
A new exhibition brings together the dynamic, playful and innovative photography of an often overlooked American artist.
Written by: Miss Rosen
A photographic tribute to the halcyon days of disco
Last dance — A new exhibition showcasing the work of photographer Bill Bernstein captures the ecstasy, creativity and inclusivity that defined New York’s nightlife in the ‘70s.
Written by: Zoe Whitfield
A portrait of NY’s emerging youth culture in the ‘80s
Fly guys — Photographer Jamel Shabazz recounts documenting the community, style and energy of the streets in New York.
Written by: Miss Rosen
On the move with NYC bike messengers in the ‘90s
Photographer John Harris reflects on his long-term project documenting the hustle, grind and pride of bike messengers while he was living in East Harlem.
Written by: Miss Rosen