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Captivating portraits illuminating subjects and photographers' craft.
If portrait photography fascinates you, "Taylor Wessing Photographic Portrait Prize 2017" is a vibrant exploration of human stories and artistic talent. It's a visual feast that showcases the intricate dance between photographer and sitter, revealing moments of vulnerability and the essence of the human spirit. Dive in for an intimate look at contemporary faces and the narratives they hold.
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ISBN: 9781855147218
Authors:
Nicholas Cullinan
Publisher: National Portrait Gallery Publications
Date of Publication: 2017-11-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 5.0
(rated by 3 readers)
Description
This book provides a unique opportunity to see an inspiring range of portraits from contemporary photographers selected from thousands of submissions. The works included are not only about the sitters but also reveal the outstanding skill of the photographers, in capturing a moment in time, and conveying something of the spirit of those photographed. The In Focus display of new works by an internationally renowned photographer will be exhibited alongside those of the finalists. The works are reproduced in the catalogue, together with other well-known examples by the photographer and an interview about his life and work. Fully illustrated in color throughout, the book also features all the selected entries, comments, and insights from the judges and interviews with the prizewinners.
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Captivating portraits illuminating subjects and photographers' craft.
If portrait photography fascinates you, "Taylor Wessing Photographic Portrait Prize 2017" is a vibrant exploration of human stories and artistic talent. It's a visual feast that showcases the intricate dance between photographer and sitter, revealing moments of vulnerability and the essence of the human spirit. Dive in for an intimate look at contemporary faces and the narratives they hold.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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