After graduating from New York University in 1952 with a bachelor's degree in Journalism and Cinematic Art, Bell was invited by Edward Steichen to participate in the Museum of Modern Art's landmark exhibition, The Family of Man. Over a period of three years, Steichen edited two million candidate photographs to arrive at 503 final images representing 293 photographers from 68 nations.
Bell graduated from New York University with a degree in Journalism and Cinematic Arts in 1952. He was subsequently invited by Edward Steichen to contribute to the Museum of Modern Art's influential exhibition, The Family of Man. Through a rigorous selection process, Steichen narrowed down two million photographs to 503 final images, showcasing the work of 293 photographers from around the world.