Joseph V. Labolito
Interior of the K&A El station
1987
Interior of the K&A El station at Kensington and Allegheny avenues
17" x 22"
About Joseph V. Labolito:
Joseph V. Labolito was born and raised in the Frankford-Oxford Circle section of Philadelphia. He began his photography career working with portrait studios while still in high school. Over time, his work expanded to include a variety of subjects such as still life, architecture, health care, athletics, set design, and special effects.
For over four decades, Joe has been capturing the vibrant essence of the city of Philadelphia. His collection of photographs documents this city of neighborhoods, creating a deeply personal and authentic perspective. These images are not just snapshots, they are a reflection of the city from the inside out, inviting viewers worldwide to journey through time to celebrate the progress and evolution of Philadelphia.
His work is in numerous public and private collections, including the Special Collections Research Center in the Charles Library at Temple University and the Free Library’s Print and Picture Collection, which houses nearly 1,300 images.