The Alchemy of Urban Street Portraits, with Jamel Shabazz

B&H Photography Podcast · May 22, 2025 · 1h 23m

When it comes to his iconic street portraits, Jamel Shabazz is all about building relationships and spreading joy. Yet, beyond the rich tapestry created with both the neighbors and strangers, friends and rivals he's encountered across New York's five boroughs, Jamel's most meaningful role might be that of a street teacher, touching the lives of the people in front of his lens and inviting them to mark their place in history.

In today's podcast, we learn from the master while tracing his career path, from early observational learning at the side of his father—a professional photographer in his…