August 26, 2010
Sean Kernick has a incredible collection of photographs at his website, 2 4 Flinching, detailing life on and in the New York City subway in the 1980’s. Photographers include Bruce Davidson, John F. Conn, Jamel Shabazz and Martha Cooper.

I always had an affinity for the New York City subway during the late 70′ and early 80’s. It represented the blood-filled arteries of a city pumping with organic, authentic, city-brewed culture. It was covered with tags and pieces while filled with people of every size, shape, age and color. It was reckless and untamed and most importantly, it was New York City.

View the full gallery here.

Sean Kernick has a incredible collection of photographs at his website, 2 4 Flinching, detailing life on and in the New York City subway in the 1980’s. Photographers include Bruce DavidsonJohn F. ConnJamel Shabazz and Martha Cooper.

I always had an affinity for the New York City subway during the late 70′ and early 80’s. It represented the blood-filled arteries of a city pumping with organic, authentic, city-brewed culture. It was covered with tags and pieces while filled with people of every size, shape, age and color. It was reckless and untamed and most importantly, it was New York City.

View the full gallery here.

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