First published 2021
Philip Montgomery's lens captures the gritty realities of a society on the brink. From the crumbling inner cities to the desolate rural heartland, his stark black-and-white images reveal the human cost of economic decline and social upheaval. As Montgomery immerses himself in these forgotten communities, he confronts his own demons and struggles to maintain his moral compass in a world that seems to have lost its way. Through it all, his camera remains a lifeline, a tool for bearing witness and seeking glimmers of hope amidst the darkness.
Genres: american, social-issues, non-fiction, 21st-century, photography
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: moral-compass, seeking-hope
Setting: Crumbling Inner Cities, Desolate Rural Heartland
Period: Present Day
160 pages · Hardcover · Aperture