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Quote by Bill Brandt

“Photography is still a very new medium and everything must be tried and dare.”

Quote by Bill Brandt

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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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