Up-and-coming phtographer James Johnson grew up on the streets of inner-city Camden, New Jersey and he hasn’t forgotten that. Johnson's photos of recording artists give him a way to combine his two passions: music and photography.
There are many examples of urban photography out there, but this particular collection rings true more than most. That’s because James Johnson still walks the same streets he always has with the same friends he’s always had. He doesn’t just talk the talk--he walks the walk and takes pictures along the way. These photos of recent shoots with recording artists Nu-Jerzey Devil and Young Leek showcase his street cred.
Dynamic Urban Photography
Emotive Shots of Nu-Jerzey Devil and Young Leek by James Johnson
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