Thomas Kelly Slack (b.1962) is an American photographer and visual artist based in New York City. He is best known for his vibrant, colorful images of urban life, often featuring people in the streets of New York City.
Slack was born in 1962 in Brooklyn, New York. He grew up surrounded by art and photography, as his father was a professional photographer and his mother was an artist. From a young age, he was exposed to the world of photography and art, which would later become his passion.
Slack attended the School of Visual Arts in New York City where he studied photography and film. After graduating in 1984, he began working as a freelance photographer for various publications such as The New York Times Magazine, Time Magazine, Newsweek, and Rolling Stone. His work has also been featured in numerous exhibitions around the world including the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City and the International Center of Photography (ICP).
Throughout his career, Slack has focused on capturing everyday life on the streets of New York City. His photographs are often characterized by their vibrant colors and dynamic compositions that capture the energy of city life. He has also explored themes such as identity and belonging through his work.
Slack continues to live and work in New York City where he continues to explore new ways to capture the beauty of everyday life through photography.