About Ray Bangs
Ray Bangs, Fine Art photographer with 30 years of experience, specialized in capturing the essence of the Golden Age of hip-hop artists. His artistry transports viewers to a bygone era, where legends like Wu-Tang Clan, Big Daddy Kane, Missy Elliott, and Jay-Z reigned supreme. Ray's distinctive style revolves around the purity of black and white photography, a medium that strips away distractions, leaving raw, unadulterated imagery. He shot them like modern day jazz artist. Hailing from Harlem, Ray Bangs' work is a visual time capsule that preserves the authenticity, energy, and cultural impact of these iconic artists, encapsulating their essence through the lens of his camera.
"My journey spans from the jungles of Brazil to the mountains of South Africa, the world's my studio. My blessings have allowed me to create such a diverse archive of art known as 'The Surveyor of Beauty'. This collection is not only named after one of my pieces but also embodies my mentality, spirit,and joy rooted in the exploration of life."
- - Ray Bangs