#1960Now

The fight for equality continues, from 1960 to now. Combining portraits of past and present social justice activists with documentary images from recent protests throughout the United States, #1960Now sheds light on the parallels between the 1960s Civil Rights Movement and the Black Lives Matter movement of today. Shelia Pree Bright's striking black-and-white photographs capture the courage and conviction of '60s elder statesmen and a new generation of activists, offering a powerful reminder that the fight for justice is far from over. #1960Now represents an important new contribution to American protest photography. • Puts the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960's in direct conversation with Black Lives Matter • Introduction from Black Lives Matter co-founder Alicia Garza • Builds on the appeal of #1960Now and @sheepreebright on Instagram Fans of Training School for Negro Girls , Martha Rosler: Irrespective, and Charles White: A Retrospective will love this book. This book is perfect for: • Politically engaged folks of all ages • Fine art photography buffs • Black Lives Matter and Civil Rights era activists • Community organizers