Camilo Jose Vergara: 30 Years Documenting the American Ghetto

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The photographer's goal is to create a comprehensive and permanent record of America's inner-cities that allows visitors to experience the visual effect of decades of change.

By Lorraine Calvacca Posted March 10, 2008

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Camilo Jose Vergara: 30 Years Documenting the American GhettoCamden 2005
Mr. Softee's Ice Cream truck brings a touch of Americana to this devastated block of Fern Street. In the day I took this photograph, three customers came out of one of the very few occupied houses and bought ice cream cones.

Camilo Jose Vergara: 30 Years Documenting the American Ghetto

© Camilo José Vergara

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Camilo Jose Vergara: 30 Years Documenting the American Ghetto

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