Gordon Parks, I must say, has influenced me more than any other photographer because, as a black man, he didn't allow obstacles to prevent him from accomplishing his goals. I think all his endeavors, he executed them with near perfection, if not perfection, especially considering the era he was in. I consider this to be amongst the best videos that you produced. Thanks for shedding some light on the life of this historical and influential person.
Yes very true, he has inspired me so much as a black man also as an artist. In my humble opinion he was the last true Renaissance man. I wish his son would have survived he was right behind his father, when it came to music and movies
I have referenced your UA-cam channel several times but now I am completely sold on subscribing to your Channel! After stumbling upon this Gordon Parks video, I want to say THANK YOU! It is very rare, still, to find videos and info that reference and highlight the works and contributions of African American photographers/creatives. I really do appreciate you taking the time to do this video and I look forward to following your channel.
Facts! I actually wrote about this and will continue to do so for my site. Titled it "Where Are All The Black Creatives" and it'll be one of the first pieces when I do launch my site.
One of the things I love about his work the most is that he could shoot fashion at a 10th of a second. He said he would have his model move and he would move with her and still got this amazing images.
My oldest brother told me about Gordon Parks when I brought over my first camera. He said Gordon inspired him to give the art form a try. It’s insane how that little seed of inspiration grows throughout generations. I love Gordon Parks & his works.
Thanks for honoring GorDon Parks. Many years ago I read his autobiography 'Voices in the Mirror'. It remains on my list of all-time favorite reads. I cannot recommend this book too strongly to anyone that wants to know more about Gordon Parks. His life story reads like a novel, but is his real life. So, in addition to all of his other talents, he was a brilliant writer.
PBS did a special on Gordon Parks several years ago and until then, I had no idea of just how multi-faceted that man was. Thanks for bringing him back to life in another of your excellent videos!
One of the best episodes so far. Raises the question who are the currently working photographers that will be spoken of and remembered 50 or 100 years from now like Gordon Parks is nowadays. Furthermore, what will be regarded as the major issues of today's society 50 or 100 years from now? A big part of why Parks' photographs are so powerful is that they clearly comment on the society of that time.
Great episode, Ted. Dig everything you're doing. FYI, the "nuns" in the photo you discuss at 17:50 are women of the Nation of Islam. This is really a portrait of one woman, Ethel Sharrieff, daughter of Elijah Muhammad, leader of the Nation of Islam. Thanks for the fine work.
This video kept on popping into my feed. When I finally clicked on it, I couldn’t be more in awe. Being Bi-Racial, but mostly African American , this really, really, really tipped me over the edge to start honing my photography skills. I’m almost in tranquil knowing he existed. Truly moving!
The first Photography book I got is from Gordon Parks. Great show. Your wisdom on the history of photography & all of the photographers you've done videos on has really been inspiring in my growth as a photographer.
I thank you for your frank and honest discussion of a this incredible multi-talented artist that has mostly been hidden from the credit he so deserved. I read his autobiography back in the early 90's - which put him on the map for me. I love your channel and look forward to your various videos on this wonderful medium of photography and the artists that inspired many of us to shoot. I have subscribed.
I enjoy the biographical videos that you create immensely, and they always leave me inspired and itching to walk out the door with my camera. All I can say thank you very much for that. You also have the gift of presenting theory in a thoroughly interesting manner. I also suggest that Gordon Parks begs for a second video in the future.
His work is a real punch in your face! I knew few of his pictures. Amazing life! We can even feel your emotion while you are talking about few of his pictures.
Yes excellent testament to a remarkable man. I`m embarrassed to say I only heard of him a couple of months ago. Great news about The Photography Show coming back!
I really enjoy the historical stuff. I understand why people want to see all kinds of camera reviews. I am less interested in development of technical skills. I really enjoy teachers who can reveal content and story beneath the surface of an art work. This is a nice show. I just play nick drake and watch all your historical stuff.
really nice vlog! Please keep them coming! Gordon Parks, is certainly one for the history and art history books. I'd like to make a caveat though. The panoramic image with the kids hanging from trees over a lake, I believe, is an image by Bruce Davidson.
Ted, I would love to see you revisit Gordon Parks and possibly add Carrie Mae Weems and Roy DeCarava to the mix. I'm currently working on a photo book project dedicated to the works of these three outstanding photographers. What constantly amazes me is how many times I encounter young photographers who know nothing about these people and that saddens me immensely. Please say yes. 🙏🏾
In American Gothic the American flag in a downward position is used to convey a sign of distress or great danger. This was taken in 1942 so you as a viewer could have several meaning for the distress or danger. But to me the distress is over the inequality faced by American citizens of color. Good video, Thank you.
Amazing work, my favorite photographs are the storytelling/social commentary ones. I like very much the work of Sebastião Salgado, do you know it? Cheers!
Dude! Gordon went back to Rio and kept a relationship with that family for over 20 years! Life Magazine bought that family a house! that's an observer?
Hi Ted, I just watched the ELEMENT. music video which is partly inspired by Gordon Park's notable photographs. Have a look at it, it will interest you. -Mit
Ted., likes this one a lot. Have a look at an Irish photographer from the 1930's - 1950's some great social, travel and shots of WW 1. fatherbrowne.com/
Like the audio podcast Old joke TV was invented first. Then when radio was invented people said, " Thank God we don't have to look at the pictures anymore" hahaGood luck!
Gordon Parks, I must say, has influenced me more than any other photographer because, as a black man, he didn't allow obstacles to prevent him from accomplishing his goals. I think all his endeavors, he executed them with near perfection, if not perfection, especially considering the era he was in.
I consider this to be amongst the best videos that you produced. Thanks for shedding some light on the life of this historical and influential person.
Yes very true, he has inspired me so much as a black man also as an artist. In my humble opinion he was the last true Renaissance man. I wish his son would have survived he was right behind his father, when it came to music and movies
I have referenced your UA-cam channel several times but now I am completely sold on subscribing to your Channel! After stumbling upon this Gordon Parks video, I want to say THANK YOU! It is very rare, still, to find videos and info that reference and highlight the works and contributions of African American photographers/creatives. I really do appreciate you taking the time to do this video and I look forward to following your channel.
Facts! I actually wrote about this and will continue to do so for my site. Titled it "Where Are All The Black Creatives" and it'll be one of the first pieces when I do launch my site.
Thank you so much for doing this episode on Gordon Parks. He is one of my photographic heroes.
One of the things I love about his work the most is that he could shoot fashion at a 10th of a second. He said he would have his model move and he would move with her and still got this amazing images.
My oldest brother told me about Gordon Parks when I brought over my first camera. He said Gordon inspired him to give the art form a try. It’s insane how that little seed of inspiration grows throughout generations. I love Gordon Parks & his works.
Thanks for honoring GorDon Parks. Many years ago I read his autobiography 'Voices in the Mirror'. It remains on my list of all-time favorite reads. I cannot recommend this book too strongly to anyone that wants to know more about Gordon Parks. His life story reads like a novel, but is his real life. So, in addition to all of his other talents, he was a brilliant writer.
PBS did a special on Gordon Parks several years ago and until then, I had no idea of just how multi-faceted that man was. Thanks for bringing him back to life in another of your excellent videos!
This was one of my fave episodes to date. You keep things fresh in the midst of paying homage to those who 'trail blazed' before us photographically.
One of the best episodes so far. Raises the question who are the currently working photographers that will be spoken of and remembered 50 or 100 years from now like Gordon Parks is nowadays. Furthermore, what will be regarded as the major issues of today's society 50 or 100 years from now? A big part of why Parks' photographs are so powerful is that they clearly comment on the society of that time.
There are several some just passed away last year Fred Herzog Robert Frank .
One of my personal favourites who I had the privilege to meet (in my home city of Bradford UK - where I watched his Learning Tree film). Thanks
I feel like Ted has hundreds of "all time favorite photographers".
Just finished the video. It was extremely interesting (as always). I feel compelled to dig more into the works of Gordon Parks.
i love ted forbes
One of my all time favorites. Glad to see him mentioned here. He was indeed an excellent mind.
Great episode, Ted. Dig everything you're doing.
FYI, the "nuns" in the photo you discuss at 17:50 are women of the Nation of Islam. This is really a portrait of one woman, Ethel Sharrieff, daughter of Elijah Muhammad, leader of the Nation of Islam.
Thanks for the fine work.
This video kept on popping into my feed. When I finally clicked on it, I couldn’t be more in awe. Being Bi-Racial, but mostly African American , this really, really, really tipped me over the edge to start honing my photography skills. I’m almost in tranquil knowing he existed. Truly moving!
The first Photography book I got is from Gordon Parks. Great show. Your wisdom on the history of photography & all of the photographers you've done videos on has really been inspiring in my growth as a photographer.
Excellent episode. Thanks so much for doing this one. Gordon Parks is a huge inspiration!
"If you're not moved, check your pulse".
Ha, indeed. Amazing photos.
I was searching for this comment, once I heard it in the video!!! I teared up at many instances...Amazing indeed❤️😇
Awesome video, I own a collection of his work and it fascinates me more and more every time I reanalyze.
I thank you for your frank and honest discussion of a this incredible multi-talented artist that has mostly been hidden from the credit he so deserved. I read his autobiography back in the early 90's - which put him on the map for me. I love your channel and look forward to your various videos on this wonderful medium of photography and the artists that inspired many of us to shoot. I have subscribed.
I enjoy the biographical videos that you create immensely, and they always leave me inspired and itching to walk out the door with my camera. All I can say thank you very much for that. You also have the gift of presenting theory in a thoroughly interesting manner. I also suggest that Gordon Parks begs for a second video in the future.
7 years new I love this video and all of the ones you have made on the great photographers.
Inspiration level 💯
His work is a real punch in your face! I knew few of his pictures. Amazing life!
We can even feel your emotion while you are talking about few of his pictures.
Thank you for sharing his life story, should be celebrated
Thank you for giving Mr. Parks props Ted!
picture quality is fantastic for 2013-14
real impressive, I subscribe to lots of photography realated people but I must say theart of photography has to be one of the best !
Yes excellent testament to a remarkable man. I`m embarrassed to say I only heard of him a couple of months ago. Great news about The Photography Show coming back!
The Photographyshow will come back, great! I am really looking forward to this! Thanks Ted, thanks Wade!
As others have said below - brilliant! An excellent review of an outstanding photographer that makes me want to find out more. Many thanks Ted!
Just found your shows, really great commentary, thoughtful sensitive and
Thanks, you always put together amazing profiles of these photographers, I love learning about them.
Did you ever complete the Farm Administration Photo department video? Great video, a gem to listen to.
it's a pity you don't do such videos anymore (and I see tons of reasons why)
Great photographs! Thank you for introducing me to the great Gordon Parks.
You are a master.... "Colored Entrance " is a magic picture...
Wow this is very comprehensive and praiseworthy. Good Work here!!!!
you should do a series on life magazine photographers particularly Alfred Eisenstaedt
ted forbes is a wise wise man. hurray for ted!
I really enjoy the historical stuff. I understand why people want to see all kinds of camera reviews. I am less interested in development of technical skills. I really enjoy teachers who can reveal content and story beneath the surface of an art work. This is a nice show. I just play nick drake and watch all your historical stuff.
really nice vlog! Please keep them coming! Gordon Parks, is certainly one for the history and art history books.
I'd like to make a caveat though. The panoramic image with the kids hanging from trees over a lake, I believe, is an image by Bruce Davidson.
Thank you .............appreciated your commentary ...respect !
Thank you for the excellent channel.
Ted, I would love to see you revisit Gordon Parks and possibly add Carrie Mae Weems and Roy DeCarava to the mix. I'm currently working on a photo book project dedicated to the works of these three outstanding photographers. What constantly amazes me is how many times I encounter young photographers who know nothing about these people and that saddens me immensely. Please say yes. 🙏🏾
These are just so darn great. How about some Eisenstaedt? Perhaps my fave.
Who took the photo in the back of the guy pressing the button? I need to know more pls!
One of the best episodes...
Love your shows and I have learned a lot and please keep up with the good work
This was fabulous, thank you.
really looking forward to the show :)
good job on photography, especially its history, ted
omg! his colours! how did he process them,those are the best colours av seen damn!
Hey, Ted, you talked bout using Hang With (The Live streaming app), how about Periscope (Twitter's live streaming app)...?
Brilliant episode Ted. :)
In American Gothic the American flag in a downward position is used to convey a sign of distress or great danger. This was taken in 1942 so you as a viewer could have several meaning for the distress or danger. But to me the distress is over the inequality faced by American citizens of color. Good video, Thank you.
hi, I'm from Brazil and I love your videos =)
truly amazing
Amazing work, my favorite photographs are the storytelling/social commentary ones. I like very much the work of Sebastião Salgado, do you know it?
Cheers!
LOL halfway through the video: “without further ado...” 🤣
20:23 is a statement on America now and all times.
Excellent video
He was a damn genius and genius will out.
Love this!
Dude! Gordon went back to Rio and kept a relationship with that family for over 20 years! Life Magazine bought that family a house! that's an observer?
Economy of words is a virtue.
How about Carl Mydens?
thanks!
Hi Ted, I just watched the ELEMENT. music video which is partly inspired by Gordon Park's notable photographs. Have a look at it, it will interest you.
-Mit
My idol
Never trust Pinterest! The photo at the minute 22 and 30 seconds circa, belongs to Bruce Davidson and is Central Park.
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I'm shock you are did this video. Kudos!! UA-cam photographers are very segregated on here. Even through this 6 yrs ago in nothing has changed.
Wow.
Rewatching in 2020 ✊
How about a British snapper Norman Parkinson. Or Cecil bear on. Or my favourite fashion snappetr guy bordain regards. Great vid
gordon parks also poet
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How many pairs of glasses do you own LOL
Leica colors
Ted., likes this one a lot. Have a look at an Irish photographer from the 1930's - 1950's some great social, travel and shots of WW 1. fatherbrowne.com/
I'm always insulted whenever I get a link to Pinterest. We always have to login to see anything.
Like the audio podcast Old joke TV was invented first. Then when radio was invented people said, " Thank God we don't have to look at the pictures anymore" hahaGood luck!
Seems like he preferred color photography when he was depicting race issues.
the nunns are actually women in the Nation of Islam
Really hate the Pinterest screenshots. Either show me the picture, or don't bother.
Those women are Muslims not nuns 😝😳
you are playing the race card too much
William Klein gets credit for what Parks was doing 10 years before Klein did it. White priviledge
Kendrick brought me here.
yawn
19:19 Ella Watson is a man, no?
26:09 omg lmfao