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“What counts is putting the intensity that you yourself have experienced into the picture. Otherwise it is just a document.”

Quote by Rene Burri

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Rene Burri (April 9, 1933 - October 20, 2014) was a renowned Swiss photographer and a member of Magnum Photos. He is best known for capturing iconic figures and events of the 20th century, including Che Guevara, Pablo Picasso, and the Cuban Revolution. Burri's black-and-white photography blends documentary realism with artistic vision, covering war, politics, and culture. His famous portrait of Che Guevara in Havana became a symbol of revolutionary spirit. Burri traveled extensively, leaving a legacy of powerful images that are held in major museums worldwide. He influenced generations of photographers with his humanistic approach. more

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