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Yousuf Karsh, master photographer of the 20th century

Martin Luther King

Martin Luther King

1962

This portrait was taken under the most difficult conditions. We had very little time, and the only place available was a corner of Mr. King’s church. Nowhere could he relax when constantly beset by friends and aides wishing him well, commiserating on his difficulties, congratulating him upon his return, planning new strategy. What emerged in my mind and, I trust, in the portrait, was the dedication of the man and his clear vision of ultimate victory.

A Gallery Overview of Portraits

A Gallery Overview of Portraits

During his career he held 15,312 sittings, produced over 370,000 negatives, and left an indelible artistic and historic record of the men and women who shaped the twentieth century.

His Life in Pictures

His Life in Pictures

Yousuf Karsh’s (1908-2002) extraordinary and unique body of work presents the viewer with an intimate and compassionate view of humanity.

Jean-Paul Riopelle

Jean-Paul Riopelle

“GeoMinute: Jean-Paul Riopelle, abstract influencer” closes with this portrait of Riopelle in his studio. […]

Lilly Daché

Lilly Daché

Daché was a French-born American milliner and fashion merchandiser. […]

John Enders

John Enders

Enders was an American biomedical scientist and Nobel Laureate. […]

Lyndon B. Johnson

Lyndon B. Johnson

Johnson addressed a joint session of Congress to urge the passage of legislation guaranteeing voting rights for all. […]

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