DREW CAROLAN
Drew Carolan was born and raised in New York City. His attraction to art began with his exposure to assorted masters including Jan van Eyck, Rene Magritte, Lisette Model and Stay High 149.
He began photographing his surroundings in New York City in the 1970’s. His love for music attracted him to clubs in the neighborhood where he photographed jazz, blues and the burgeoning underground music scene. In the early 1980’s, Drew apprenticed with several top photographers including Richard Avedon and Bruce Weber.
His work has been published worldwide and exhibited in the United States and Europe. His monograph, Matinee: All Ages On The Bowery, captures the beauty, vulnerability, and the unbridled energy of the youth attending hardcore matinees at CBGB in the early 1980’s.
For bookings and licensing please contact Justin McCormack at
Limited edition and custom prints available through FATHOM Gallery. Please contact Francis Coiro at .
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Life Is Fresh
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Rodeo Pole Sitter
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Kid Frost, East LA
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LL Cool J
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Stephen Sprouse – Punk Rock Mini Skirt
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Eric B & Rakim
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Andy Warhol
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Al Di Meola
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Brenda’s Torso
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Francis
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Moroccan Princess
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Parade Queen – Ennis, Montana
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Western Cowboys Watching the Rodeo
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Amelia Priestley, Actress
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Salt’N’Pepa 1988
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Backstage, Stephen Sprouse Burnout ‘88
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Breakers 1983
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Cowboy Roper
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Underground Fighter #2
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Joe Satriani
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Lydia Lunch
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Lady Liberty’s Back
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Sunland
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Red Hot Chili Peppers
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XULY, 2020
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Rebecca Bacon
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Vernon Reid
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Maria
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Eric B – Follow The Leader Detail
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Donkey In Topanga
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Javier Bardem
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Chickfighter Trio
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Chained Dog CBGB
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Underground Fighter #1
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Lisa Bonet 1987
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Coney Island Baby #1
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Daydream With Turntable
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Sid’n’Chloe
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The Cult
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Annie Mitchell, Immersive Artist
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© 1983-2023 Drew Carolan • Website by Earcom
© 1983-2023 Drew Carolan • Website by Earcom