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          Gordon Parks Most Popular Paintings

          The 25 artworks by Gordon Parks our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

          Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
          Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Gordon Parks · 1912 – 2006

          In-Home Barbershop, Shady Grove, Alabama

          View the most popular artwork of Gordon Parks ranked #1: In-Home Barbershop, Shady Grove, Alabama
          1956 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville

          Gordon Parks’ poignant black and white photograph captures an Alabama barbershop scene from 1956, revealing quiet dignity amidst Jim Crow segregation. This intimate portrait by the iconic photographer offers a powerful glimpse into American life – discover this timeless masterpiece.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 1 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Untitled, Harlem, New York

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          1948 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville · original 11 x 11 cm

          Gordon Parks' powerful 1948 photo captures a tense Harlem street scene with a man holding a baseball bat, reflecting social tensions and documentary realism.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 2 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Contact sheet 111 R3,

          View the most popular artwork of Gordon Parks ranked #3: Contact sheet 111 R3,
          1952 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville

          Experience the documentary power of Gordon Parks' 1952 contact sheet photography capturing raw human moments; discover this iconic black and white vision today.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 3 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Untitled, Harlem, New York

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          1952 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville

          Gordon Parks’ "Untitled, Harlem, New York" captures a poignant 1952 scene of resilience within the ‘Citadel of Hope,’ showcasing stark black and white photography and evoking community faith amidst hardship – discover this iconic image.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 4 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Willie Causey and Family, Shady Grove, Alabama

          View the most popular artwork of Gordon Parks ranked #5: Willie Causey and Family, Shady Grove, Alabama
          1956 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville

          Gordon Parks’ poignant 1956 photograph, "Willie Causey and Family, Shady Grove, Alabama," captures a timeless family portrait on a Southern porch, showcasing the photographer's masterful black-and-white style. Discover this iconic image and bring its story home.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 5 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Red and Friends Hide in Shadows while they Scan Street for Rival Gangs, Harlem, New York

          View the most popular artwork of Gordon Parks ranked #6: Red and Friends Hide in Shadows while they Scan Street for Rival Gangs, Harlem, New York
          1948 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville · original 34 x 26 cm

          Gordon Parks' "Red and Friends" captures Harlem’s vibrant street life & hidden tensions. This iconic 1948 photo essay reveals social observation, gang dynamics, & a pivotal moment in his career.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 6 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Untitled, Harlem, New York

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          1948 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville · original 27 x 34 cm

          Gordon Parks' poignant black & white photo captures a quiet Harlem moment – two men in a kitchen, hinting at unspoken stories and the realities of everyday life. A powerful documentary image from 1948.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 7 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Untitled, Harlem, New York

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          1952 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville

          Gordon Parks’ ‘Untitled, Harlem, New York’ (1952) captures urban life's quiet dignity through a poignant black & white portrait of a mother and child. Explore resilience and social commentary in this iconic image.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 8 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Untitled, Harlem, New York

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          1952 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville

          Gordon Parks’ "Untitled, Harlem, New York" captures a dynamic street scene in 1952 with a poignant black and white portrait of resilience. This documentary photograph showcases the artist's masterful use of perspective and texture, inviting you to discover this iconic piece.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 9 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Untitled, Harlem, New York

          View the most popular artwork of Gordon Parks ranked #10: Untitled, Harlem, New York
          1948 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville · original 11 x 11 cm

          Gordon Parks’ ‘Untitled, Harlem, New York’ (1948) captures urban resilience through a poignant black & white portrait of a young girl. Documentary style, strong lines, and implied texture evoke daily life in Harlem.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 10 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Red Jackson

          View the most popular artwork of Gordon Parks ranked #11: Red Jackson
          George Eastman Museum, Rochester · original 26 x 32 cm

          Gordon Parks’ "Red Jackson" captures a poignant moment of isolation in black and white, showcasing the photographer's masterful use of dramatic lighting and composition to evoke introspection. Own this iconic documentary photograph and experience its timeless beauty.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 11 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Untitled, Harlem, New York

          View the most popular artwork of Gordon Parks ranked #12: Untitled, Harlem, New York
          1948 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville · original 11 x 11 cm

          A poignant black & white photo by Gordon Parks captures a young man in Harlem, 1948. Explore the textures, symbolism, and social realism of this iconic image reflecting urban life and quiet contemplation.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 12 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Muhammad Ali Fights Henry Cooper in Highbury, London, England

          View the most popular artwork of Gordon Parks ranked #13: Muhammad Ali Fights Henry Cooper in Highbury, London, England
          1966 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville

          Experience Gordon Parks' iconic photo of Muhammad Ali after his victory! This powerful image captures the boxer’s intensity and resilience, a defining moment in sports history.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 13 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Untitled, Shady Grove, Alabama

          View the most popular artwork of Gordon Parks ranked #14: Untitled, Shady Grove, Alabama
          1956 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville

          Gordon Parks' iconic 'Untitled, Shady Grove, Alabama' captures a poignant moment of racial segregation in the American South through powerful black and white photography.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 14 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Department Store, Mobile, Alabama

          View the most popular artwork of Gordon Parks ranked #15: Department Store, Mobile, Alabama
          High Museum of Art, Atlanta

          Gordon Parks’s poignant color photograph captures the quiet dignity of African American life during segregation in Alabama—a masterful documentary style that invites viewers to contemplate resilience and empathy amidst everyday realities.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 15 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Untitled, Harlem, New York

          View the most popular artwork of Gordon Parks ranked #16: Untitled, Harlem, New York
          1952 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville

          Dramatic shadows and high contrast define this poignant 1952 black and white photograph by Gordon Parks that captures the soul of Harlem and invites you to explore its powerful legacy.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 16 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Untitled, Harlem, New York

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          1948 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville · original 11 x 11 cm

          Gordon Parks’ ‘Untitled, Harlem, New York’ (1948) captures urban isolation & decay through stark black & white photography. A poignant portrait of vulnerability & resilience. Documentary style, textured details.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 17 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Portrait of Mrs. Lucy Johnson

          View the most popular artwork of Gordon Parks ranked #18: Portrait of Mrs. Lucy Johnson
          1942 · SCAD Museum of Art, Savannah

          Explore Gordon Parks' poignant portrait of Mrs. Lucy Johnson—a symbol of resilience and strength amidst poverty—captured in striking black-and-white photography during the FSA era.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 18 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Contact Sheet 655_R-I,

          View the most popular artwork of Gordon Parks ranked #19: Contact Sheet 655_R-I,
          1948 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville · original 21 x 27 cm

          Vintage Gordon Parks contact sheet featuring six black & white photos of a man – a rare glimpse into his photographic process. Hand-painted reproduction available.

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          No. 19 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Red Jackson, Harlem, New York

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          1948 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville · original 49 x 40 cm

          Gordon Parks’ "Red Jackson, Harlem, New York" (1948) captures poignant isolation in a striking black & white photo. Explore this documentary masterpiece's depth, symbolism & historical significance.

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          No. 20 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Night Rumble, Harlem, New York

          View the most popular artwork of Gordon Parks ranked #21: Night Rumble, Harlem, New York
          1948 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville · original 32 x 24 cm

          Gordon Parks’ "Night Rumble" captures Harlem’s raw energy in a striking black & white photo. Dynamic composition, dramatic lighting, & social commentary – a powerful urban scene.

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          No. 21 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Muhammad Ali in Training, Miami Beach, Florida

          View the most popular artwork of Gordon Parks ranked #22: Muhammad Ali in Training, Miami Beach, Florida
          1966 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville

          Experience the stark intimacy of Gordon Parks' 1966 black and white portrait capturing Muhammad Ali's contemplative focus; own this powerful piece of Civil Rights history.

          Technique
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          No. 22 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Untitled, Harlem, New York

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          1948 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville · original 11 x 11 cm

          Gordon Parks' poignant black and white photograph captures Harlem’s resilience amidst rain – a masterful depiction of urban life and human connection, reflecting Parks' signature social realism.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 23 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Contact Sheet R-10-1,

          View the most popular artwork of Gordon Parks ranked #24: Contact Sheet R-10-1,
          1948 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville · original 21 x 27 cm

          Gordon Parks’s ‘Contact Sheet R-10-1’ captures a poignant 1948 Harlem scene of a boy and his mother, showcasing documentary photography's power. Explore this iconic FSA project image and its historical significance – perfect for art lovers.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 24 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          Contact Sheet B1,

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          1948 · The Gordon Parks Foundation, Pleasantville · original 21 x 27 cm

          Explore Gordon Parks' iconic Contact Sheet B1 from "Gang Wars in Harlem," capturing candid moments of urban life during the 1940s with his signature documentary style.

          Technique
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          No. 25 of 88 artworks by Gordon Parks
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          The artist

          Gordon Parks

          1912 – 2006

          Portrait of Gordon Parks
          Quick facts
          • Movementsdocumentary photography
          • Room fitliving room
          • Died2006
          • Corpus themescivil rights, documentary realism, social justice, documentary style, social commentary
          • Creative periodsmature period
          • Lifespan94 years
          • Typical colorsblack
          • Best occasionsaccent, statement
          Biography

          early life and career

          gordon roger alexander buchanan parks, an american photographer, musician, writer, and film director, was born on november 30, 1912, in fort scott, kansas. he was the youngest of fifteen children to sarah (née ross) and jackson parks. parks' early life was marked by segregation, which he experienced firsthand in his hometown.

          as a self-taught artist, parks began his career as a photographer, eventually becoming the first african american to work for life and vogue magazines. his iconic photos of poor americans during the 1940s, taken for a federal government project, are a testament to his skill and dedication.

          notable works and achievements

          • shaft (1971), a film directed by parks, which became a cultural phenomenon.
          • the learning tree (1969), a semiautobiographical film that marked parks' directorial debut.
          • a choice of weapons (1985), a memoir that showcases parks' writing prowess.
          • life magazine's photographic essays, which cemented parks' status as a prominent photojournalist.

          museums and collections

          • the melvin holmes collection, featuring an extensive collection of parks' work. [https://www.holmesartgallery.com/gordonparks](https://www.holmesartgallery.com/gordonparks)
          • moma (the museum of modern art), which has an impressive collection of parks' photographs. [https://www.moma.org/artists/8083](https://www.moma.org/artists/8083)

          awards and legacy

          • naacp image award (2003)
          • pga oscar micheaux award (1993)
          • national medal of arts (1988)
          • spingarn medal (1972)

          gordon parks' legacy extends beyond his impressive body of work, as he paved the way for future generations of african american artists. his contributions to photojournalism, filmmaking, and music continue to inspire and influence artists today.

          selected works on ArtsDot.com

          • emerging man (gelatin silver print), a powerful photograph showcasing parks' skill. [https://ArtsDot.com/d3xgfc-gordon-parks-emerging-man](https://ArtsDot.com/d3xgfc-gordon-parks-emerging-man)
          • portrait of mrs. lucy johnson (gelatin silver print), a poignant portrait that highlights parks' storytelling ability. [https://ArtsDot.com/d4dblu-gordon-parks-portrait-of-mrs-lucy-johnson](https://ArtsDot.com/d4dblu-gordon-parks-portrait-of-mrs-lucy-johnson)

          Questions & Answers

          Where are Gordon Parks's artworks mapped by subject?

          Gordon Parks's works can be explored by subject on the artist's Subject Atlas page.

          Where can I see Gordon Parks's artworks in chronological order?

          Gordon Parks's artworks can be seen in chronological order on the artist's Artwork Timeline page.

          What other names is Gordon Parks known by?

          Gordon Parks appears under the alternate names Gordon Roger Alexander Buchanan Parks.

          By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 1, 2026
          Collector's quiz
          1. Gordon Parks broke barriers by becoming the first African American to work for which two magazines?

          2. What was the subject of Gordon Parks's semi-autobiographical film, 'The Learning Tree'?

          3. Gordon Parks used his camera as 'a weapon' against what issues?

          4. In 1971, Gordon Parks directed a film that inspired the 'blaxploitation' genre. What was the name of this film?

          5. What award did Gordon Parks receive in 1988 recognizing his contributions to the arts?

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