Photographer Peter Hujar (1934–1987) chose freedom and independence over “success” and wealth, preferring to pursue his art liberated from the burden of commerce. While artists like Robert Mapplethorpe stood at the vanguard of the industry, helping t...

Miss Rosen
Miss Rosen is a New York-based writer focusing on art, photography, and culture. Her work has been published in books and magazines, including Time, Vogue, Aperture, and Vice, among others.