Brian Dailey: America in Color

Portraits of the American Electorate in Everyday Life

Wendy Grossman author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Osmos

Published:20th Mar '14

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This compelling book explores the diverse identities of American citizens through portraits, highlighting their personal and political expressions. Brian Dailey: America in Color invites reflection on democracy.

Over a two-year journey, photographer Brian Dailey traversed the United States with the aim of capturing the essence of the uncelebrated American electorate. From the vibrant streets of Jackson Square in New Orleans to the expansive landscapes of Texas, he conducted spontaneous photo shoots with over 1,200 individuals. This diverse group included people who had little to no interest in politics or voting, showcasing a wide range of perspectives and experiences.

In each portrait, the subjects express their personal identities through their casual attire and poses, while their political affiliations are represented by carefully selected backdrops. The colors used in these backgrounds—blue for Democrats, red for Republicans, grey for Independents, green for the Green Party, and orange for non-voters—provide a visual representation of the political landscape in America. This creative approach emphasizes the complexity of individual identities within the broader context of the political system.

The resulting work, Brian Dailey: America in Color, challenges readers to reconsider their views on the American political process by highlighting the unique stories and identities of everyday citizens. It invites us to reflect on the diverse components that shape our democracy, ultimately reminding us that every voice matters in the collective narrative of the nation.

The volume features photographs of ordinary Americans Dailey met during extensive travels across the United States, each posed in front of a color that encapsulates their political orientation: red for Republican, blue for Democrat, green for Green, gray for Independent, and yellow for nonvoter. -- Louis Jacobson * Washington City Paper (blog) *

ISBN: 9780988340473

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336 pages