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“It's entirely ridiculous and hopeless to try to compete with somebody who made such a huge contribution to photography... I knew when I went into photography that I would be compared to my mother. I thought to myself, what can I do about that?”

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Amy Arbus
Amy Arbus

Amy Arbus, born on April 18, 1954, is a renowned photographer known for her capturing the diversity of American society and culture, particularly in the realms of music, art, and entertainment. Arbus is celebrated for her unique perspective and profound insight, documenting the changes in American society in the latter half of the 20th century. more

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