Helen Levitt (Photographer)

Helen Levitt was an influential American photographer known for her candid images of everyday life in New York City, especially its streets, neighborhoods, and communities. Her work captures spontaneous moments of people, children, and urban life, highlighting the vibrancy and rhythm of city living. Using black-and-white film, she often focused on the beauty in ordinary scenes, revealing the poetry of city life. Levitt’s photographs are celebrated for their naturalism, empathy, and insight into human nature, making her a key figure in street photography and documentary art.