Jamel Shabazz

About

Fine art, fashion, and documentary photographer whose work has been seen in solo exhibitions around the world. He is known for his love of documenting culture and history through photographs. 

Before Fame

At fifteen years old, he picked up his first camera and began taking photos of his friends and peers. 

Trivia

He has appeared in several documentaries including 2007's Planet B-Boy and 2010's Everybody Street. 

Family Life

He was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. 

Associated With

Both he and Robert Frank gained fame as photographers and documentarians.