Lewis Hine
(1874-1940)
Lewis Hine was an American photographer best remembered for his work in promoting child labor reform. Before he became a photographer, Hine studied sociology and became a teacher. He viewed photography as both an educational tool and an art form, but he focused primarily on the everyday use of the camera as a way of revealing truth through photojournalism. In 1907, Hine became the official photographer for the National Child Labor Committee, and during his time in that position, he traveled the country, photographing children working in factories, on the streets, etc. Other famous projects include the Empire State Building construction series and his work at Ellis Island and with the Red Cross.
A young spinner in the Whitnel Cotton Mill, NC (1908).
Doffers at the Bibb Mill, Macon, GA (1909).
Peace, an Ellis Island Madonna (1905).
Francis Lanec, 5-year-old newsboy.
Lunch Break.
Power House Mechanic Working on a Steam Pump.
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