Rubin Museum Visit: Steve McCurry

        Me and a bunch of classmates took the time to visit the Rubin Museum on Saturday in New York. At first, I thought the museum’s exhibit was either going to be in a big room, or a hallway. Instead, I was surprised to see the museum is actually comprised of multiple, medium-sized floors with a different exhibit in each. It was still interesting in structure and had a nice layout for documentary photographer Steve McCurry’s exhibit, which we were there to see. I was overall amazed by the pictures that were shown on the walls, as well as some of the objects or artifacts on display.
        Of the many pieces by McCurry that were displayed, the one that stood out to me the most was the one entitled Tailor Carrying His Sewing Machine. This was taken in Porbandar, 1983. The area was being flooded by the monsoon waters, and McCurry took this shot of a man who was walking in the flood, carrying his machine. It stood out to me due to what was displayed in the picture. Not only was the man getting himself to safety, but he was bringing his machine as well, showing he values the trade he takes part in. Another thing that stuck out to me was the story behind it, where it states even after his attempts, the machine wasn't able to function. After the picture was featured in a magazine, he was eventually given a new one for free by the manufacturer. That's why I find this work the most interesting.