Chris Killip

Chris Killip was a renowned British photographer known for capturing the lives of working-class communities in the UK, especially in the North of England during the 1980s. His powerful black-and-white images reveal the dignity, struggles, and resilience of everyday people amid economic hardship and social change. Killip’s work is celebrated for its emotional depth, technical mastery, and ability to tell authentic stories through compelling visual portraits and scenes. His photographs offer an insightful, respectful look at a often overlooked segment of society, making him a significant figure in documentary and social photography.