Joseph Dankowski

Photographers

Joseph Dankowski was an American fine art photographer best known for the 50-print portfolio Manholes and Gutters (1969–71). Born in Camden, New Jersey, he began as a painter and sculptor before taking up photography after moving to New York City in 1958. His work included black-and-white reportage, later photographs made in Maine, and color work. In 1972, he received an early National Endowment for the Arts grant to a photographer and master printer.

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Born: September 2, 1932, Camden, New Jersey
Known for: Manholes and Gutters, 1969–71
Grant: National Endowment for the Arts, 1972

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