ICP’s 50th Anniversary Celebrations in New York City
The International Center of Photography (ICP) in New York was founded 50 years ago by Cornell Capa, brother of the revered photojournalist Robert Capa. Cornell Capa founded the ICP to champion “concerned photography”—a form of socially and politically minded imagery created to provoke positive change. Its first holdings came from works donated by his brother, now being brought out of the archives for an exhibition marking the institution’s half-century milestone.
The ICP has become a leading space for exhibiting and teaching photography, serving over 3,000 students annually in Manhattan. This year, the institution will host a series of exhibitions celebrating its contributions to the medium. The first show, “ICP at 50”, will explore the evolution of photography from the 19th century to the present, showcasing both historical and contemporary works.
Highlights include prints by Gerda Taro and Weegee, as well as works by contemporary artists like Carrie Mae Weems, Lorna Simpson, and Paul Mpagi Sepuya. The exhibition will also feature the first ever survey of personal work by David Seidner, a renowned fashion photographer whose experimental imagery reflects the multifaceted nature of photography.
Don’t miss “ICP at 50” and “David Seidner: Fragments, 1977-99” at the International Center of Photography in New York from January 26 to May 6.
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