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“There was a camera club at Columbia, where I was taking a painting course. And when I went down, somebody showed me how to use the stuff. That's all. I haven't done anything else since then, It was as simple as that. I fell into the business.”

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Garry Winogrand
Garry Winogrand

Garry Winogrand was an American photographer known for his distinctive street photography style. His work captured the diversity and vitality of American society in the mid-20th century, particularly skilled at capturing moments in everyday life. Winogrand's style was unique, often depicting the face of American society with humor and satire. more

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