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“If there is any method in the way I take pictures, I believe it lies in this: See the subject first. Do not try to force it to be a picture of this, that or the other thing. Stand apart from it. Then something will happen. The subject will reveal itself.”

Quote by Bill Brandt

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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