Former White House Photographer Lawrence Jackson (’90) Publishes First-person Recollections from President Obama

Lawrence Jackson (’90) will publish his book "Yes We Did" featuring his time as the former White House photographer during Obama Administration in October. 

In May 1991, Jackson began his photography career working for The Virginian-Pilot Newspaper in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia.

In December 2000, Jackson began working with the Associated Press as a photographer covering sports, politics and general news in Washington, D.C. and surrounding area until a new opportunity arose.

When Lawrence Jackson took the job as White House photographer in early 2009, he knew he’d have a front row seat to history. What he didn’t expect was the deep personal connection he would feel, as a fellow African American, with the President of the United States.

"Yes We Did" is filled with Lawrence’s intimate photographs and reflections, as well as first-person recollections from President Obama, everyday citizens, and notable personalities including Bono, Stephen Curry, Valerie Jarrett, Admiral Mike Mullen, and others. The book is a celebration of the most inclusive and representative White House in history – where in between momentous and pivotal decisions, the President and First Lady opened the doors of the People’s House to schoolkids, athletes, senior citizens, hip-hop artists, and more.

For anyone who misses the humanity, grace, and undefinable “cool factor” of the Obama White House, this warm and inspiring book provides an affirming, proud, and focused lens on our history.