FLEAMARKETS

For three years in the 1970‘s (1975-77) and two years in the 1980’s (1985-86) Levinson photographed the Flea Markets throughout California, virtually every Saturday and Sunday. Of the numerous Flea Markets from San Diego to Crescent City, Levinson photographed more than forty of them. Each flea market had its own ambiance and characteristics. They proved to be unique entities unto themselves while at the same time, were extensions of their surrounding communities. The California Flea Markets are the place where Levinson experianced Blacks, Latinos, Whites and Asians (virtually all races) holding a casual camaraderie and carefree acceptance that was unique and inspiring.