About the exhibition
The Mexican-American photographer Philip Montgomery (b. 1988) is known for his documentary work portraying society in the United States – its conflicts and alliances – through iconic black-and-white images. Whether Montgomery is working in Minneapolis after the murder of George Floyd or in Miami during Hurricane Irma, his photographs are characterized by a palpable tension between the timelessness of his dramatic visual language and the urgent narrative of the moment. With AMERICAN CYCLES, PHOXXI – the Temporary House of Photography at the Deichtorhallen Hamburg – presents Montgomery’s first major institutional solo exhibition.
»I'm very interested in getting at the truth and or a semblance of the truth. And I think right now, more than ever, the truth that exists within my photographs is really important given our current moment.«
Philip Montgomery
About Philip Montgomery
Philip Montgomery is a regular contributor to The New York Times Magazine, Vanity Fair, and The New Yorker. In 2018, he received the National Magazine Award for Feature Photography for his work on the opioid epidemic. His photographs have also been recognized by World Press Photo, Pictures of the Year International, American Photography, and the National Press Photographers Association.
Podcast
In our podcast, Philip Montgomery talks about his approach to photography, his encounters with the people he portrays, and why he questions American greatness.
Booklet
A free booklet with further information on the individual chapters and works in the exhibition is available at the exhibition.
