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Quote by Robert Adams

“...I felt that photography ought to start with and remain faithful to the appearance of the world, and in so doing record contradictions. The greatest pictures would then... find wholeness in the torn world.”

Quote by Robert Adams

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Robert Adams, born on May 8, 1937, is an American photographer known for his profound depiction of the urban and rural landscapes of the American Midwest. His work focuses on the impact of human activity on the natural environment. more

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