Milton Rogovin

Milton Rogovin

Milton Rogovin is a social documentary photographer. His spot in photography was designated as "The Forgotten Ones." He studied Optometry at Colombia University. He had e,braced Communism as a way to better his quality of life, and was discredited. He eventually took up photography for expression. His photos are usually taken in places that don't receive much attention.

His camera was his political voice since he was known as "The Top Communist in Buffalo" and couldn't have much a voice then. His work shows "The Forgotten Ones", he grew up during the Great Depression so he gave back to the less fortunate areas and giving them attention that wasn't there before. Many of his works are shows in books and exhibited; for example, the Gage Gallery in Chicago.

There isn't much to interpret the message he sends because in any sort of article its very obvious. In his work, he's said about how he wanted to give back and show those not shown.


I personally don't like the photos. I think they're too bland and are not very interesting to me. The ones I found were all black and white which isn't very exciting. Colours are better with photos. I have nothing else to say on the photos. They just aren't very appealing to my eye.