He was called the “Little Shadow Catcher” by the Indians, due to his 5’ 5” height and his miraculous ability to capture images on paper. Some whites called Barry the “Sioux Charmer,” due to his friendly relations with many Natives, especially those of historical and topical importance. In the remote 19th-century settings where photographer David F. Barry operated, photographs … [Read more...] about Window on the Past | David F. Barry: The Irish ‘Shadow Catcher’
Window on the Past | David F. Barry: The Irish ‘Shadow Catcher’
By Ray Cavanaugh Fall 2026
