One of the dopest things about Bob Adelman's photography was that it captured people in their natural element.
Outside in Southside, Jamaica, Queens 1968
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In 1968, Bob Adelman (a Far Rockaway, Queens native) photographed everyday life throughout the greater Jamaica, Queens area.
Here's a look through his lens 📷
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In addition to his work during the civil rights movement.
Bob also photographed luminaries such as Andy Warhol (famous artist) and Christopher Reeves (actor).
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Being from Queens, you already know multiple languages. But not just the spoken kind.
It's knowing the meaning behind a dap (🤝), continuing the tradition of bringing gifts (🎁) when visiting family — or the feeling of home when someone reminds you, where you’re from.
What are you seeing?
Here’s a fun look at what was playing down the street at the UA Astoria—now the Regal UA Kaufman Astoria—in 1989.
📸: @MBIQ_ Instagram.