Protest in Focus: A Visual Archive of Resistance and Resilience
Protests shape movements. US: A Collection of Our Stories, Thoughts, and Dreams is a time capsule—an unfiltered look at America in the wake of George Floyd’s murder. Self-published during Black History Month in 2024, this collection captures protest photos from four cities and the raw energy of a nation demanding change.
Years later, the echoes of these moments still linger. The world they reflected hasn’t changed as much as it should have—but the urgency remains. As a storyteller, journalist, high school teacher, and a Black man who has called America home for nearly a decade, these moments mattered then, and they matter now.
CALEB JOHNSON
Caleb Johnson’s photography from the Philadelphia protests in June 2020 brings the streets to life. Through his lens, the movement unfolds—marchers filling the streets, voices rising in unison, and the undeniable urgency of change. His images serve as a visual record of resistance, ensuring the fight for justice is never forgotten.
DANIEL C. HAYNES
In Washington, DC, 2020, the streets became a battleground of voices, and we captured it all. From the shadows of monuments to the frontlines of protest, his lens framed the urgency of a moment where power and defiance collided. His images stand as a lasting testament to history unfolding in real-time.
ISAIAH GILL
From New Jersey to New York, June 2020, Isaiah Gill’s camera was in constant motion, framing the pulse of a movement demanding justice. His photography captures the intersection of protest and power, from the packed city streets to quiet moments of reflection. Through his work, the resistance remains seen, felt, and remembered.
LAMAR PRICE
Detroit has always been a city of resilience, and in 2020 and 2022, Lamar Price’s photography captured its fight for justice. From powerful marches to silent standoffs, his images frame the movement in motion—documenting the power, emotion, and history of a city that has always pushed forward. His work ensures that moment remains alive.
A unified collection documenting the power of protest in the United States, capturing moments of activism, resilience, and social justice movements. Through the lenses of four photographers, this portfolio showcases the voices, struggles, and collective action shaping the fight for civil rights and systemic change in America.