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“These are the kind of things I always zero in. When I was in Rwanda, it was the same thing. You're always zeroing in those details. Not just always the bodies, but what makes up the human being.”

Quote by Stanley Greene

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Stanley Greene, born in 1949, is an influential photographer known for his deep exploration of social issues, wars, and conflicts. His work reflects the complexity of human nature and the diversity of society. more

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