“Photography has always reminded me of the second child.. trying to prove itself. The fact that it wasn't really considered an art.. that it was considered a craft.. has trapped almost every serious photographer.”
Quote by Richard Avedon
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Richard Avedon
Richard Avedon was an American photographer renowned for his distinctive portrait photography style. His work spanned multiple genres, including fashion, art, and celebrity portraiture. Avedon's photographs are known for their direct, sometimes confrontational style, often challenging the boundaries of traditional photography. more
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