Ruddy Roye
by Deshawn Brown
by Deshawn Brown
Radcliffe Roye is a Brooklyn based
documentary photographer specializing in editorial and environmental portraits
and photo-journalism photography. Roye was born in Jamica 1969 . He started
photography in 2000 and got his start as a New York assistant Journalist, but
soon discovered his passion when he was asked to take over the business
Instagram after Hurricane Sandy. He was featured in a documentary film called
“Through a Lens Darkly” which was a film about black African American
photographers and photography. Roye is currently known as one the 50 greatest street
photographers. His series “Black Portraiture” and “I Can’t Breathe”
have started numerous racial discussions on Instagram. He has 12–15 years of
experience and works across all mediums. He likes to capture the real and
gritty lives of those around the world, especially from his homeland, striving to
tell the stories of their victories and ills by bringing out their voices.
The background
of the website is basic with the white background. I like
the good slide show of artworks.
There is a short biography, nor artist
statements on the site. and Overall, the website is not perfect but
the artwork shines. Being the same skin color as the artist, I know how it is having to work harder than those that are white because even thought this world may declare to equal I know that we are not. I applauded Ruddy Roye and will continue follow his example in being a fighting in this messed up world we call America.
more large photos. Add how does his background, work process and images speak to you?
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