“I think it's all absolute nonsense how people talk about photography as being an art. It's a very menial career that you do if you draw badly. Now they teach it at the Royal College of Art and get grand about it. It's the only course there that I don't understand.”
Quote by Antony Armstrong-Jones, 1st Earl of Snowdon
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Antony Armstrong-Jones, 1st Earl of Snowdon
Antony Armstrong-Jones, 1st Earl of Snowdon, was a British nobleman and photographer. Born on March 7, 1930, and passed away on January 13, 2017, he played a significant role in British social and political life as the 1st Earl of Snowdon. Armstrong-Jones was born into a noble family and received education in the UK and Europe. He studied art history at Oxford University. His career began in photography, with his works exhibited in various galleries. Renowned for his photography, Armstrong-Jones' works spanned from portrait photography to landscape photography, gaining recognition in the art world and exhibited in several international exhibitions. As a nobleman and photographer, Armstrong-Jones left a profound mark on British social and cultural life. His works not only showcased his artistic talent but also reflected the background of his time, influencing later artists and nobles. more