Michael Itkoff photographs, 2006-2008

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Summary

Creator:
Itkoff, Michael and Archive of Documentary Arts (Duke University)
Abstract:
The thirty 20x24 inch exhibition-quality color photographs in this collection form a body of work, entitled "Wrecked," that explores the world of American stock car racing and demolition derbies, as well as the drivers, mechanics, pit crews, and spectators who prepare for and take part in the events. The images were taken by photographer Michael Itkoff from 2006 to 2008 at speedways, fairgrounds, and garages in New York State, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. The prints are accompanied by a video of a demolition derby, a demolition derby team t-shirt, and a safety vest. Acquired as part of the Archive of Documentary Arts at Duke University.
Extent:
1 Linear Foot (3 boxes)
Language:
Materials in English
Collection ID:
RL.10182

Background

Scope and content:

The thirty 20x24 inch exhibition-quality color photographs in this collection form a body of work entitled "Wrecked," that explores the world of American stock car racing and demolition derbies, and the drivers, mechanics, pit crews, and spectators who prepare for and take part in the events. The images were taken by photographer Michael Itkoff from 2006 to 2008 at speedways, fairgrounds, and garages in New York State, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. The prints are accompanied by a demolition derby team t-shirt and a safety vest. Acquired as part of the Archive of Documentary Arts at Duke University.

Biographical / historical:

Michael Itkoff is an artist, photographer, co-founder of Daylight Books, and an Associate Professor at the School of Visual Arts in Manhattan.

Acquisition information:
The Michael Itkoff photographs were received by the David M. Rubenstein Rare Book Manuscript Library as a purchase in April 2014.
Processing information:

Processed by: Levi Crews, Paula Jeannet, May 2014; Craig Breaden, October 2015.

Accessions described in this finding aid: 2014-0059, 2015-0157.

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[Identification of item], Michael Itkoff photographs, David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Duke University.