Charlie Williams
Photographer | New York City
Charlie Williams is a photographer based in New York City with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Photography from Parsons School of Design. Specializing in portraiture, fashion, and documentary photography, Charlie’s work is known for its warmth and depth, capturing the intimate essence of family life and human connection.
One of Charlie’s most personal projects, Suga, documents the life of their 91-year-old grandmother, a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement. Through this ongoing work, Charlie creates a heartfelt tribute to their grandmother, sharing quiet, intimate moments at home that speak to themes of legacy, resilience, and love.
Photographers like LaToya Ruby Frazier and James Van Der Zee influence Charlie's work. Their focus on identity, history, and humanity shapes Charlie’s approach to visual storytelling.
Their photography has been featured in prominent publications such as Vogue, Hypebeast, and Afropunk, and Suga has been showcased in exhibitions, earning recognition for its profound emotional depth and historical significance.