Richard Hell, New York, 1979

In this 1979 portrait of Richard Hell in New York, Roberta Bayley distills the attitude and introspection of one of punk’s most influential figures.

Known for his role in bands such as Television, the Heartbreakers and the Voidoids, Hell helped define the visual and lyrical language of the era.

Bayley’s photograph balances spontaneity and precision, presenting a quietly intense image that goes beyond the stage persona.

This archival pigment print is made from the original color source, signed by the artist and available in a limited edition of 25.