“History and tradition remain the heart and soul of the Black MCs.”
Jimmie Briggs, journalist and author
This is a celebration of life on two wheels. Photographer Cate Dingley interviewed and photographed Black riders in New York City over a five-year period. Her work became a book, titled after a Jimi Hendrix tune.
The riders—the women and men pictured here—are from all walks of life and ride all kinds of machines. Some come from motorcycling families while others are recent adopters of the sport. Many are members of motorcycle clubs (MCs), but some are independent riders. All are part of a passionate and vibrant motorcycling community represented here through Dingley’s photographs and the riders’ own words.
From sharing the source of their biker names, to stories of how they came to riding and why they stay, this is a compelling portrait of a passionate and vibrant motorcycling community.
Presented by the Harley-Davidson Museum
Artist Bios
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Cate Dingley
Cate Dingley is an artist based in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She is the author of Ezy Ryders, a hardcover book of photographs and interviews, currently on view as an exhibition at the Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, until 2027. In 2018, she was selected by Magenta Flash Forward as one of the 100 international emerging photographers, and in 2017, she was listed by TIME as one of the 34 female photographers to follow. Dingley has been featured in solo and group exhibitions globally and her work been recognized by American Photography and the Center for Documentary Studies. Through long-term projects, she seeks to uncover defiant subcultures and untold histories.
Organizations
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Harley-Davidson Museum
Visit the world’s only Harley-Davidson Museum to experience the rich history and culture of the iconic brand. Through engaging stories and interactive exhibits, guests can explore the legacy of camaraderie, self-expression, and love for the open road.
Home to an unparalleled collection of Harley-Davidson® motorcycles and memorabilia, the H-D Museum spans two floors of exhibits and sits on a scenic 20-acre park-like campus. Visitors can enjoy unique shopping and dining experiences, as well as a full calendar of events and activities. No matter how long your visit, a trip to the H-D Museum is an experience that will last a lifetime.
The full exhibition, “Ezy Ryders: History & Tradition, Heart & Soul,” is now on view at the Harley-Davidson Museum. Join us in Milwaukee for Harley-Davidson Homecoming, July 10-13, 2025.
Ezy Ryders: History & Tradition, Heart & Soul
Featuring: Cate Dingley
Curated by: Ann Sinfield
Locations
View Location Details Brooklyn Bridge Park – Emily Warren Roebling Plaza1 Water St
Brooklyn, NY 11201
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Visit the world’s only Harley-Davidson Museum, located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to experience the rich history and culture of the iconic brand.
The views and opinions expressed in this exhibit are those of the exhibition artists and partners and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Photoville or any other participants and partners of the Photoville Festival.
