Author(s): Cooper Martha

Photography

Documentary photographer Martha Cooper is one of the most important surveyors of street life and urban culture today, and her name is almost synonymous with New York City. Now she offers 16 postcards of her very own New York. Armed with her trusty Nikon, she has documented memorable moments in her beloved city. Spanning a time period from the 1970s until now, Cooper's photos portray the development of street culture. From the rise of Hip Hop culture to the challenges faced by New Yorkers after 9/11, Cooper's photos encapsulate the soul of NYC.