IN MEMORIAM: GEORGE TICE (1938-2025)
Renowned American photographer George Tice passed away on January 16 at the age of 86. Tice was celebrated for his poignant and contemplative black-and-white photographs that captured the essence of everyday life, landscapes, and architecture. Born in Newark, New Jersey, Tice began his photographic journey in the 1950s at the age of 14. His work often explored the American experience, revealing the beauty in ordinary scenes and the lives of everyday people.
Throughout his career, Tice's work was widely exhibited and published. He was regarded as one of the most important American photographers of his generation, known for his nuanced and introspective approach to documenting the world around him. The author of 24 photography books, his most recent publication, LIFEWORK, was released in 2021 by Veritas Editions. This book, a collection of his iconic images and previously unseen photographs, was a project of which he was especially proud. Tice received numerous prestigious awards, and his works are held in more than 150 collections worldwide. In 2005, his photographs were featured as scenic backdrops for the musical Jersey Boys, performed in over eleven countries. In 2003, George received an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from William Paterson University.
George Tice was also a passionate educator, teaching Master Printing Classes at The New School in New York City and at the Maine Photographic Workshops for over 30 years. His life and career were chronicled in a documentary film by Bruce Wodder and Peter Bosco, which showcased how he became a master photographer.
Tice's legacy continues to inspire photographers and artists alike. His photographs remain a testament to the beauty and significance of the everyday, inviting viewers to slow down and appreciate the world's quiet moments. An artist, photographer, teacher, historian, and bookmaker, Tice worked passionately on his craft for 73 years. He never retired—photography was his life, and his vast body of work will continue to captivate audiences for generations to come.