Mike Brodie's two-decade journey across America in photographs
Mike Brodie's solo exhibition, New And Selected Works, is currently showcased at Casemore Gallery. This collection reflects his nomadic adolescence spent hitchhiking and train-hopping throughout America, which led to the renowned series A Period of Juvenile Prosperity (2004-2008). Additionally, it encompasses a decade of adult challenges that began in 2012, culminating in his latest series, Failing. Brodie's photography is both intimate and cinematic, fostering a close connection with his subjects through rich, earthy hues. The visuals from A Period of Juvenile Prosperity portray vibrant youth living life to the fullest.
Key facts
- Casemore Gallery presents New And Selected Works, a solo exhibition of Mike Brodie.
- The exhibition covers Brodie's itinerant younger years hitchhiking and hopping trains across America.
- His series A Period of Juvenile Prosperity was produced from 2004 to 2008.
- A decade of harrowing adult trials began in 2012, resulting in the series Failing.
- Brodie's photographs are intimate and cinematic.
- He became part of the communities he encountered, eliminating distance between himself and his subjects.
- The images feature warm, earthy tones.
- A Period of Juvenile Prosperity depicts young people living largely.
Entities
Artists
- Mike Brodie
Institutions
- Casemore Gallery