Appalachia (Working People series) 1981

"Appalachia (Working People series)" is a black and white photograph by Milton Rogovin, taken in 1981. The image depicts a young coal miner, seated and gazing directly at the viewer. The miner's worn clothing and hard-working expression convey the physical demands of their labor. Rogovin's "Working People" series, comprised of over 2,000 photographs, documented the lives of working class individuals in Western New York and Appalachia. These photographs highlight the dignity and resilience of working people, often overlooked by mainstream media.