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“It is essential for the photographer to know the effect of his lenses. The lens is his eye, and it makes or ruins his pictures. A feeling for composition is a great asset. I think it is very much a matter of instinct. It can perhaps be developed, but I doubt if it can be learned. To achieve his best work, the young photographer must discover what really excites him visually. He must discover his own world.”

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Work

Bill Brandt: Selected Texts & Bibliography

Bill Brandt: Selected Texts & Bibliography is a curated selection of photographs and accompanying texts by the influential British photographer Bill Brandt. The book spans his career, highlighting his contributions to photography through a variety of subjects and styles. It features a detailed bibliography that documents the extensive range of Brandt's published works, providing insight into his professional journey and the evolution of his photographic practice. more

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Bill Brandt
Bill Brandt

Bill Brandt, born on May 3, 1904 in Hamburg, Germany, and died on December 20, 1983 in London, England, was a renowned German-born British photographer. Known for his unique photographic style and profound understanding of the art of photography, his work spans a variety of genres including portraiture, landscape, and documentary. more

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