Pieces Of A Man - The Photography of Jamel Shabazz: 1980-2015

Pieces of a Man brings together 25 years of street photography by acclaimed American photographer Jamel Shabazz, whose influential images document everyday life, style, and community from the neighborhoods of Brooklyn to Europe and Africa. Known for his authentic and compassionate approach to portraiture, Shabazz captures people of color with dignity and individuality, giving his subjects agency over how they are represented while transforming everyday moments into powerful social commentary. This photography book celebrates the people, communities, and cultures at the heart of Shabazz’s work and offers a compelling visual record of Black life, street culture, fashion, and identity across decades.

Hardcover / 316 pages

Dimensions: 11" x 8.5"

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