What Gordon Parks Saw

[@TheThirdPew]

I've seen so many of his pictures but didn't know anything about the photographer. thanks for teaching me something today! also beautifully edited as always.

[@crazypo0d0g]

Nerdwriter and you are some of the few people I have my notifications on. Quality over quantity

[@OloEopis]

The pictures before his most famous one are not from him, though. You can see the name of the photographer in the top left.

[@Wabuu-zoo]

Cool, Nathan!

[@umutonemli2254]

@@crazypo0d0g öylmç0

[@pkingglazersout6665]

Gordon parks himself said that the camera is a weapon against racism or any type of social evil, revolutionised a whole generation of photographers.

[@AxxLAfriku]

GAGAGAGAGAGA!!! I watched this video and it is really not that good compared to my perfect videos. GAGAGAGAGA!!! This is NOT self-promotion! This is the reality! This is the world! We are the people! Don't disl****ke my vide*****s, my dear panda

[@elisedelaserre9453]

@@AxxLAfriku gaga ooh la la want your bad romance

[@Gannoh]

And now most protesters are against cameras and filming

[@teacooper6485]

@@Gannoh what do you mean by that..? What protesters, what do you mean here..?

[@MrRufusRToyota]

Parks was right. The original civil rights movement was based on network cameras. The current civil rights movement is based on cell phone cameras.

[@dubRush]

I can’t get over Nerdwriter’s editing ability. Just those first 30 seconds alone are such a beautiful prelude to an incredibly strong video essay. Keep doing what you do man.

[@scottk1525]

How did you type all that with NW's balls in your face?

[@dubRush]

@@scottk1525 took his out and handed you mine

[@capitalt3977]

@@scottk1525 Did that middle-school snark make you feel smart and powerful?

[@scottk1525]

@@capitalt3977 No. But it got the point across.

[@capitalt3977]

@@scottk1525 The point that for some reason you have to needlessly shoot down someone's sincere compliment to good work in the most immature way possible?

[@JRAlli]

First time hearing about him, I can’t wait to learn more. Thank you for sharing this, his work is incredible.

[@nematarot7728]

same!

[@martinebonita2658]

I only found out about Gordon Parks through an earlier Kendrick Lamar video, which then sent me on a google rabbit hole that resulted in me taking a Media A-Level

[@angelical.3384]

Fun fact: Kendrick Lamar references Gordon Parks' work on his music video for the song Element!

[@AaronRJPower]

So cool right! There is a Nerdwriter1 video all about it - worth a look

[@3ffynephrine615]

Fun fact: Nerdwriter1 made a video about it!

[@mammontustado9680]

Yeah, I thought so too at 1:18 & 6:11

[@pcstudio2284]

yeah i knew that like 3 years ago

[@claws811]

@@pcstudio2284 ok

[@thomasrichardson272]

Your statement about dignity despite the forces hanging over their head (min5:47) should be quoted on a shirt with the photo. That's powerful

[@StephySon]

Black people have just managed to persevere even throughout all the bullshit. We will rise!

[@TheWrestlingful]

@@StephySon huh, sounds an awful lot like "The South will rise".

[@StephySon]

@@TheWrestlingful the new south anyway

[@perhaps1094]

@@TheWrestlingful how can you equate people wishing the slave owning confederacy would come back vs blck ppl as a whole gaining a good standing in America?!

[@camilloa.1680]

I must admit, that I had never heard of Gordon Parks before but I'm so thankful for this great video for sharing this incredible artist and his touching work with us, stay safe, whoever and wherever you are, all the best form Vienna, Austria

[@StephySon]

Certain artists always capture my eye. Viennese artist Gustav Klimt was someone I ended up studying a lot as I had to look up for an assignment pregnancy in art and Klimt was not afraid to paint woman bearing children. Parks I can imagine captures European imaginations as he captures America’s racism

[@Jojopah]

Thank you Need Writer for honoring this man and his great contributions to humanity. Excellent video ❤️

[@zombiz2]

Gordon is one of my favorite photographers and a truly inspiring activist, everyone should see his work.

[@julienweiner3519]

There is nothing for me to add, just engaging the algorithm. Amazing Job.

[@PaulInTheClouds]

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[@jbtechcon7434]

All hail the Algorithm, may it reign forever.

[@BariumCobaltNitrog3n]

If you click on the "ringing" bell icon, you won't need to engage the man behind the curtain. Everything you want. Any time you want it.

[@PaulInTheClouds]

@@BariumCobaltNitrog3n already rang the bell, thats why I was there so early ;) But it still pushes it for all the others who aren't subscribed or haven't clicked the bell, doesn't it?

[@BariumCobaltNitrog3n]

@@PaulInTheClouds It may show up in your feed of recommended videos but you won't get a notification if you're not subbed. The default bell, if you don't click it, will notify you depending on your engagement level. If you stop watching videos from a certain channel, they will stop notifying you. But clicking the ringing bell icon, you always get a notification, no matter what you do.

[@jusletursoulglobaby]

I got chills from the title... any time... i mean ANY time i hear from or see a reference to Gordon Parks, I pause and watch. Thank you for posting. Thank you for the Learning Tree reference (watched that SEVERAL times as a kid). Thank you for including his adaptation of American Gothic. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

[@efesayhello7735]

I went to Gordon Parks Elementary School in East Orange. Now I’m a photographer with a studio… life has a weird way of showing you things

[@bullschmitt993]

his photography gives me chills, what powerful works of art they are to convey such strong emotions over time and space to the present

[@Animefreak242]

Gordon Parks was an amazing person. So talented and willing to teach and guide us.

[@patoquackpato]

This channel is one of the greatest things this platform has ever seen. Quality content for a world filled with so much meaningless information.

[@iangeorge7913]

I just recently got into photography and pulled a Gordon Parks book off the shelf at the library, immediately drawn to the images. I wanted to learn more about him and found your video! Great essay, and very enlightening on his legacy.

[@michaelblount167]

Damn! Nerdwriter.... You've done it again 😢. I would gasp at the beauty perfectly captured at this videos artistic resolve. But you've already taken my breath away, from the first sentence.

[@VeronicAM313]

I need to look up Gordon Parks photos. *I'm saying his name because I want to remember it and give him credit for the iconic photos that I remember seeing but didn't know the author who created them.

[@mayainactiveemail3986]

That intro was beautifully haunting, this man is my new hero, all around talented. Black excellence 🙏🏾. Also happy spooky szn 🎃

[@ezzy2254]

it'd be wierd for someone to say "white excellence". why isn't it wierd to say "black excellence"?

[@mayainactiveemail3986]

@@ezzy2254 stay pressed

[@ezzy2254]

@@mayainactiveemail3986 i'm not even white, i'm just questioning the egality of this "movement"

[@mayainactiveemail3986]

@@ezzy2254 i mean... Stay questioning 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@8pija22]

@@ezzy2254 it's not weird to say black excellence because there is a system in place that has been against black excellence since the beginning

[@jenny123311994]

Thank you. As a Canadian I knew nothing about Gordan Parks' existence. Now I feel like I've been enveloped with these incredible feelings of awe and inspiration.

[@emmacharles4611]

Thank you for making this video. I had not heard of Gordon Parks until a few minutes ago when I clicked on your video. I am very greatful that you have informed me of this brilliant man that had such an impactful life on the world.

[@CaptainBoozle]

Four years ago I went on a trip to Berlin with my mom and sister, and we stumbled upon an exhibition of Parks's photography in one of the art galleries. It blew our minds. Thanks so much for bringing these memories back! Also, here's a quote from Parks that was used on that exhibition and it really sticked with me ever since: "What I want. What I am. What you force me to be is what you are. For I am staring back at you from the mirror of poverty and despair, of revolt and freedom. Look at me and know that to destroy me is to destroy yourself."

[@Abell_lledA]

One doesn’t experience self-transcendence, the illusion of self only dissipates✌️

[@williamromero-auila7129]

r/satori

[@a.e5220]

well said!

[@rupeshpandey6603]

I can still see you improving with every video you make, This one caught my attention 100% of its length. This video was to the point, you did not waste any time. Just amazing, both you and the man of the hour himself.

[@sethvancamp]

The thing I always appreciate about you, Evan, is your ability to simultaneously renew inspiration and curiosity in those who seek it, while introducing important and impactful art to those who have never heard of it. As always, thank you.

[@VallisYT]

It's disheartening to see that you are putting out some of your best work writing and editing wise and yet gain so few views, especially in relation to the number of your subscribers. I think this is mainly due to the less popular topics, but I can feel the passion you have for them in the way you talk about the subjects. All of your recent videos have broadened my horizon and introduced me to artists I probably wouldn't have discovered otherwise, and it is always a joy to marvel at the craftsmanship behind your work. Thank you for doing what you are doing.

[@msdude6238]

Thank you for introducing me to this beautiful creator. Much love from the UK.

[@NavajoIndianaJones]

Your film breakdowns were my favorite but your new direction towards art and the artist is just as amazing. Keep up the great work. Nizhoni

[@TheCanvasArtHistory]

My favorite Gordon Parks project was in pair with Ralph Ellison where he did a series on Invisible Man. I even bought myself that book while I was doing research for the video I made on Invisible Man! I love him! Thanks Nerdwriter!

[@K3zz21]

Within 60 seconds of describing his background my jaw dropped. Unbelievable how multi-disciplined he is.

[@kimqueiroz1486]

Every new Nerdwriter video makes me stop everything I'm doing and watch it with full attention. Never regret it.

[@srsaito9262]

I know the kid with the beatle was not shoking as the others, but for some reason it was the most who got me, maybe is because remenber me of my chilldhood.

[@StephySon]

That moment I’m childhood when we were free to dream. Free to play, free to imagine. . . I miss that

[@Leon-ub8pe]

Timestamp?

[@BalthusHomewood]

@@Leon-ub8pe 6:11 kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpS5gHyqp7-LbLc

[@modahardi7407]

Wow, Gordon Parks is an amazing genius. I hope more people find out about him. Thanks for letting more people know

[@emmask8er944]

Nerdwriter, you've done it again! Made another video that I have to show everyone I know and watch over and over and over.

[@hithere163]

Thank you again for showing Gordon Park's work in greater detail, he has become one of my favourite photographers in these past few years

[@Mizhelle]

Beautiful photos with so many stories to tell. I live in Asia and it’s my first time learning about him and seeing his work. It’s very inspiring.

[@betweenparticipation]

I've watched this video maybe a dozen times since you've released it. I think it's your best yet, and that's saying something. Thank you for sharing. Your work never ceases to astound me.

[@gregoryadamo1956]

I've loved Gordon Parks ever since reading The Learning Tree in high school 50 years ago (thank you NYC public schools), but this video essay made me love him even more.

[@dreamsofjoy]

He was a real Renaissance man. Incredible photography

[@user-it6gl1vv7v]

I cried watching this. That's the highest praise. Excellent work

[@maxdondada]

This may just be the best video you’ve produced. Wow, 10/10

[@mfundomkhize2337]

Dude!!🔥

[@SimonOShahan]

Excellent, as always, please turn on English subtitles as they are very helpful for non native speakers and hearing impaired. Thanks for this quality channel.

[@estherwiskel6550]

Wonderful documentation👏👏👏❤️Respect Mr Parks and his work, should have known been more available in its time, and the racism IS still going on! SHAMEFUL 😢

[@jordan.newsom]

Such beautiful photography. Thanks for introducing me to Gordon Parks. Love your content man!

[@mauddib3318]

I didn’t know how prolific he was outside of photography. This was really great, thank you. More people need to know about Gordon Parks.

[@daves-c8919]

Thank you for introducing me to this artist. Your work is important too. You refuse to let the important things be forgotten.

[@ameene]

Honestly, not alot of cinema classes out there focus on teaching you about black filmmakers or 3rd world filmmakers in general.

[@SuperSonicBaroque]

The New York Times took The Criterion Collection to task for the scant number of Black filmmakers who are part of the collection; it's a crime of indifference that leads to oversights.

[@uno23sleep]

Thank you for letting the world know of amazing people like him.👍

[@davidcannella]

Parks photos have uplifted and saddened me for years now, as a photographer I adore his work. I read his autobiography late last year while serving jury duty and was absolutely blown away by his story and contributions to the creative arts. Great great job as always with your story, love your perspective.

[@desireel.6358]

Found myself tearing up at these photos, thanks for highlighting this talented artist

[@krrohitch]

I know of his work due to its homage in Kendrick Lamar's 'Element' video. I think that part is important, to remember and reference imagery that is very much reality on the streets. And Gordon's monumental work, you just have to pay your tribute to him at some point.

[@MohitSubedi]

Nerdwriter made a video on element and Gordon’s influence!

[@xandrafuhrer]

Gordon Parks was the true Renaissance Man of the twentieth century. What a magnificent life.

[@sibamboportraits]

So good to hear from my favourite narrator. Had no clue who Gordon Parks was, but had seen some of his work. Thanks for sharing.

[@JT-oc8yt]

it’s fascinating as a student getting a bachelors in photography seeing so many people who didn’t know about the GOAT. thanks for helping expose the world to such an important figure 🤞

[@TravisGilbert]

Nerdwriter1 NEVER disappoints

[@sobeso]

Amazing I knew of his photography work and briefly of his work in film but did not know he also wrote wow.

[@radgestudios]

Your videos are so well put together, man. So much consideration for structure, sound, editing and even typography. And that's not even taking into account how you concisely you get to the point. One of the best channels on KZbin, keep up the great work!

[@theurelita]

such beautiful photographs....I didn't even know Gordon Parks work that well....so cool, thank you for your essay!

[@ThereWereHeroes]

Man, I would love a series on Gordon Parks. He was, just as his art, just amazing

[@seen921]

I can’t believe I’ve never heard of this man. What a great essay you just delivered

[@Joe-ol5bq]

It's clear that Parks is one of the greatest artists of the 21st century, so why haven't I heard of him prior to this??? Unbelievable. I'm about to dive into this work. Thank you for bringing him to my attention.

[@AmandaFromWisconsin]

20th

[@RustleXer]

This is incredible. I never knew about Gordon Parks before this. I’m going to spend the day researching him. Thank you.

[@littlelion8543]

"In so many of Park's photographs his lens has a profound empathy, a friendliness. You can't help but to identify with his subjects and once you do that you are *implicated*. His pictures in their gentleness become persuasive acts of protest, showing many in America what they had never seen. Or what they had seen but refused to acknowledge." Wow. Just wow.

[@elgringoperdido.]

I love Gordon Park's work, very profound and inspiring

[@TheThriftQueen]

This was great! Didn’t want it to end 😫❤️

[@LaunchPadAstronomy]

I never heard of Gordon Parks, but am so glad I saw this video.

[@e.hellfeier]

Hi from Germany, just wanted to say that I am so greatful for your videos which gave an give me so much insight in the works of people, that I wouldn‘t have explored in any other way. Thank you so much!

[@brandond.johnson167]

Thank you. I've always loved Gordon Park's work, and what he stood for. I'm glad more people know about him becasue of your work.

[@TheWhyer]

Also interesting fact about Gordon Parks is that he had a long running affair with Gloria Vanderbilt, heiress and fashion icon of the 20th century (also the mom of Anderson Cooper) who was romantically linked with Frank Sinatra, Marlon Brando, Howard Hughes, and more. Amazing to think of how full and varied of a life he lived.

[@SebastianTinajero]

I fell in love with his photography instantly when I first saw it many years ago

[@squalooceano2291]

I’m so happy to be so early! Nerd writer is my favorite video essay channel.

[@hrishabh]

The image at 1:20 was used as an inspiration for Kendrick Lamar's song Element

[@SkyreeXScalabar]

Nerdwriter1 covered Gordon's influence on the element music video essay

[@Crystal14351]

As was 6:11

[@hrishabh]

@@SkyreeXScalabar yes yes I remember that

[@darkknightwithanidea1845]

Your work & words are still so eloquent as when this channel 1 at began. We’re so happy your still running this channel with such brilliant content.

[@cristiano.machado]

Absolutely exceptional. Both Gordon Parks and its creations and Evan Puschak in his storytelling.

[@darkknightwithanidea1845]

I had one of his original works on my wall for over a decade - The portrait of Malcom X. It was riveting & so strong. His work was immortal.

[@colintupper]

This one was moving! Thank you for sharing :)

[@rohit3497]

Often times, the subtlety of the review is even more effective than the review or synopsis itself. That is this channel and its creator for me. I have not come across a channel which has helped me learn so mucu about art and cinema. My gratitude for that. This video should have been longer. I felt it ended rather abruptly. The narrative style and the work of Gordon Parks were both so endearing that I was crestfallen when it ended. Do add another part to this if possible.

[@alexanderashmore]

Thank you Thank you Thank you! Everyone knows of Dorothea Lange but never introduced to Gordon Parks. In fact, I never was, except ignorantly when watching Lovecraft Country. He is a person I will look up to from now on, definitely.

[@Barc112]

This is such a moving and informative piece. Well done, as always Nerdwriter!

[@TheReelShitOfficial]

And with this video, I have discovered a hero that had been hiding in plain sight. Thank you.

[@mariamysoul]

Dear Nerdwriter! I have been seeing your videos for years. You are a gift to us all , the way you see things.. you should work as a consultant for all major movie producers, you just have a gift. And featuring Gordon Parks means you used your platform for good and something so important in these strange times. Thank you from Copenhagen.

[@katherinewolfe9976]

I love seeing these notifications! Amazing work! Both yours and Gordon Parks’.

[@NaDennIsGut]

This was one of your best videos. I'm stunned by how you managed to tell this story within just 7min. Just... wow

[@dx0d]

I can't believe how good you are at seizing people's attention with your writing.

[@tamhederson]

Stunning......really, thank you very much

[@astridsainz]

Fan of your videos and frequently fan of the ideas, art, and people you talk about. Love how you incorporate the sound 👌🏼

[@milanvondelft268]

The photos right around the time you were talking about "moments of quiet dignity, by people who refused to be dehumanised" (5:36), got me to start crying. I've never heard of this man before today, but thank you for sharing this.

[@mraltaco]

This made me cry. Thank you.

[@BenLundsten]

Saw this and got really excited! He’s one of my favorites. I’ll be showing this to my class tomorrow!

[@mfundomkhize2337]

This was amazing.

[@mparis130]

Really excellent essay, congrats!!

[@angrymurloc7626]

Amazing amazing video. You present art in a way that immediately makes sense and I've learned more from these videos than from any other source I've ever encountered on the same topic

[@grandeisayev570]

Nerdwriter videos almost always gonna sent you to a rabbit hole of research. This is no exception.

[@JakeStephensMrJakeStephens]

How have I not known about this amazing man? He should be celebrated as a herald.

[@josanvv]

I love the videoclip from Kendrick Lamar-Element. But I didnt know that many pictures were from Gordon Parks. Thank you for showing us

[@SeekersofUnity]

This is too beautiful.

[@belllerofont]

I don't know what it was, but those photos made me, a 32 year old man from north Russia - shed a tear. Thanks for your content, good sir.

[@prakharagnihotri5579]

Love it! thanks for Always introducing us to the wonderful Artists and their work. ❤️

[@ephlis01]

Miss your perspective. My wife and I are huge fans of your channel and hope there is more content coming soon. Great work. Happy holidays from Vienna, Austria!