774 results for: Smith, A. J.
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Woman modeling a hairstyle, circa 1960
In addition to his images of the local jazz scene, Seattle photographer Al Smith took many photos of family, friends, and other local people in their everyday lives, particularly in the city's Black community. Smith often photographed fashion shows, hairstyle models, and people fashionably dressed for a night out. Here, Smith photographs a woman modeling a tightly curled hairstyle, possibly…
ID Number:2014.49.006.029.0327
Date:Circa 1960
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Lionel Hampton posing with two band members, Seattle, August 9, 1991
Seattle's jazz scene flourished in the first half of the twentieth century, peaking in the late 1930s through early 1950s. Seattle-born photographer Al Smith took thousands of photos in the popular Jackson street jazz clubs, and at larger venues hosting concerts. Among the many jazz musicians Smith photographed were a number of internationally renowned artists who came to play in…
ID Number:2014.49.06.036.06
Date:1991
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Dizzy Gillespie rehearshing with band backstage, Seattle, August 9, 1991
Seattle's jazz scene flourished in the first half of the twentieth century, peaking in the late 1930s through early 1950s. Seattle-born photographer Al Smith took thousands of photos in the popular Jackson street jazz clubs, and at larger venues hosting concerts. Among the many jazz musicians Smith photographed were a number of internationally renowned artists who came to play in…
ID Number:2014.49.06.036.11
Date:1991
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Dizzy Gillespie playing trumpet backstage, Seattle, August 9, 1991
Seattle's jazz scene flourished in the first half of the twentieth century, peaking in the late 1930s through early 1950s. Seattle-born photographer Al Smith took thousands of photos in the popular Jackson street jazz clubs, and at larger venues hosting concerts. Among the many jazz musicians Smith photographed were a number of internationally renowned artists who came to play in…
ID Number:2014.49.06.036.15
Date:1991
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Model at “La Clique Club” fashion show, Seattle, circa 1960
A postal carrier during the week, Seattle photographer Al Smith (1916-2008) spent weekends taking pictures for his photography business "On The Spot." His photographs tell the stories of everyday people who shaped the dynamic character of Seattle, offering rare views into the city’s Black community, the Central Area neighborhood, and the local jazz scene. Here, Smith photographs a model at…
ID Number:2014.49.07.047.07
Date:Circa 1960
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Double exposure of First Communion at Immaculate Conception church, Seattle, circa 1960
In addition to his images of the local jazz scene, Seattle photographer Al Smith took many photos of family, friends, and other local people in their everyday lives. Here, Smith photographs a First Communion ceremony at Immaculate Conception Church on 18th Avenue. The double-exposed film superimposes an image of a line of girls walking into the church with an image…
ID Number:2014.49.07.080.01
Date:Circa 1960
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Two people dancing at house party, Seattle, circa 1972
Seattle photographer Al Smith began taking photographs as a hobby as a teenager and continued documenting his experiences, both abroad and at home, throughout his life. Best known for his photos of Seattle's Jackson Street area jazz clubs and musicians, Smith also photographed family, friends, and local people in their everyday lives. Here, Smith photographs two people dancing at a…
ID Number:2014.49.008.012.0109
Date:Circa 1972
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Freddie Brown wearing his Golden Gloves championship robe, Seattle, February 24, 1949
Seattle boxer Freddie Brown (1931-1961) won the middleweight championship title at the 14th annual Golden Gloves Tournament in February 1949. The final bouts, held on February 22, drew what was reported to be the largest Golden Gloves crowd in Civic Auditorium history. Freddie Brown fought twice that night, winning the semi-final against Ivan Johnson before prevailing in the final, defeating…
ID Number:2014.49.009.017.0066
Date:1949
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Freddie Brown with Bill Ross and unidentified woman, Seattle, February 24, 1949
Seattle boxer Freddie Brown (1931-1961) won the middleweight championship title at the 14th annual Golden Gloves Tournament in February 1949. The final bouts, held on February 22, drew what was reported to be the largest Golden Gloves crowd in Civic Auditorium history. Freddie Brown fought twice that night, winning the semi-final against Ivan Johnson before prevailing in the final, defeating…
ID Number:2014.49.009.017.0068
Date:1949
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Freddie Brown and Bill Ross, Seattle, February 24, 1949
Seattle boxer Freddie Brown (1931-1961) won the middleweight championship title at the 14th annual Golden Gloves Tournament in February 1949. The final bouts, held on February 22, drew what was reported to be the largest Golden Gloves crowd in Civic Auditorium history. Freddie Brown fought twice that night, winning the semi-final against Ivan Johnson before prevailing in the final, defeating…
ID Number:2014.49.009.018.0070
Date:1949