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“The reason I call myself a documentary photographer is the idea of how photographs contain and participate in history.”

Quote by Catherine Opie

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Catherine Opie is an American artist known for her profound depictions of the Los Angeles urban landscape and the LGBTQ+ community. Her work spans photography, video, and installation art, addressing social and cultural issues. more

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