Disciplines
Jewish Studies
Abstract
Stuart Klipper was born in 1941 and grew up in the Bronx, first living on Hoe Avenue and later on the Grand Concourse. His family background reflects Eastern European Jewish heritage, with his father’s side from Lithuania and his mother’s side from Galicia. Klipper’s childhood was shaped by the rich cultural life of the Bronx, frequent visits to the Bronx Zoo and the Botanical Garden, and an early interest in art and photography. He recalls a deep love for reading, art, and exploring New York City’s museums, which would later influence his career as a photographer.
Klipper attended P.S. 66 and Herman Ridder Junior High before going to the High School of Music & Art, where he specialized in visual arts. He later attended the University of Michigan, where he further developed his photography practice. Over his career, he traveled extensively, capturing images from all seven continents, with a focus on landscapes, cultural life, and environmental themes. Despite living in various parts of the country, Klipper often reflects on how the Bronx shaped his worldview, its density, diversity, and vibrant street life influencing his artistic sensibility.
He recalls the strong Jewish community of his youth, neighborhood stores and delis, and the ways Jewish and immigrant identity shaped social life. Klipper speaks warmly of the intellectual curiosity fostered in his family and neighborhood, contrasting it with the changes he’s witnessed over time in the Bronx.
Recommended Citation
Maier Garcia, Sophia, "Klipper, Stuart" (2024). Bronx Jewish History Project. 75.
https://research.library.fordham.edu/bjhp/75
