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“Like most portrait photographers, I aim to record the instant the subject is not thinking about being photographed, striving to get beyond the practiced facial performance, reaching for something unplanned. While trying to be as objective as possible, I acknowledge that every gesture is still an act of artifice.”

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Martin Schoeller
Martin Schoeller

Martin Schoeller, born on March 12, 1968, is a renowned German photographer known for his unique visual style and exceptional photographic skills. His work spans various genres including portrait, news, and art. more

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