Tom Bianchi is an American photographer and author known for his work documenting the gay male experience, particularly during the early years of the AIDS crisis. He was born on September 6, 1945, in the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. Bianchi initially pursued a career as an attorney but eventually left the legal profession to focus on photography. In the late 1970s and early 1980s, he began documenting the emerging gay culture in San Francisco and New York City. His photographs captured intimate and candid moments of gay men, celebrating their beauty, sensuality, and sense of community. During the height of the AIDS epidemic in the 1980s, Bianchi's work took on a more poignant and emotional tone. He documented the devastating impact of the disease, capturing the experiences of his friends and loved ones as they faced illness and loss. Bianchi's photographs served as a powerful visual record of the AIDS crisis and offered a humanizing perspective in the face of stigma and discrimination. In addition to his photographic work, Bianchi is also an author. He has published several books, including """"""""Out of the Studio,"""""""" """"""""On the Couch,"""""""" and """"""""Fire Island Pines: Polaroids 1975-1983. These books feature his photographs and provide insights into the gay male experience and the impact of AIDS on the community. Bianchi's photographs have been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world, contributing to a broader understanding of LGBTQ+ history and the struggles and triumphs of the community. His work has been recognized for its sensitivity, authenticity, and its ability to capture the nuances of human connection and identity.
Measures 8.49 x 6.76
Printed circa 1950s
Verso is blank.
Mounted to archival quality paper.