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Among the most memorable images from The Dream Collector is the photograph titled Flood Dream, Ocean City, NJ. It depicts a boy clinging to the roof of a dilapidated home that has washed ashore. The sea has seemingly receded, leaving the structure stranded on a barren, watery plain, while a distant ship looms on the horizon.
Photo Spotlights
In the evolving canon of 20th-century photography, few stories feel as electrifying as the rediscovery of Kali—the artistic persona of California photographer Joan Archibald. Active during the late 1960s and early 1970s in Southern California, Kali produced a vivid and deeply idiosyncratic body of work that remained largely unseen for decades.
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David Yarrow’s latest series brings his signature wit and cinematic lens to Palm Beach, capturing its sun-soaked splendor, high society rituals, and tongue-in-cheek glamour. From polo fields to Worth Avenue, vintage convertibles to beachside tableaux, The Adventure Continues… in Palm Beach is a visual love letter to a place where beauty, leisure, and spectacle rule the day.
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British photographer Adam Fuss’ works are not conventional photographs, yet they are photographic.
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For over five decades, American photographer Slim Aarons captured the lifestyles of the rich and famous, presenting a golden age of wealth, beauty, and privilege through sunny portraits of post-war affluence. Born George Allen Aarons in 1916 in New York, he later became known as ‘Slim’ due to his lean, 6ft 4in frame. While Aarons would later surround himself with the glitterati, his beginnings in photography were far from luxurious.
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Among the most memorable images from The Dream Collector is the photograph titled Flood Dream, Ocean City, NJ. It depicts a boy clinging to the roof of a dilapidated home that has washed ashore. The sea has seemingly receded, leaving the structure stranded on a barren, watery plain, while a distant ship looms on the horizon.
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In 1989, Wilkes received the assignment to photograph Michael Jordan for Nike, and being a big fan, Wilkes recalls the opportunity as a highlight shaping the early years in his career. The resulting photograph titled Graffiti Wall captures a moment of dynamic visual contrast, blending iconic street art with the larger-than-life presence of the legendary basketball player, Michael Jordan.
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Scottish photographer Albert Watson is one of the most exciting photographers of his generation, with an unparalleled diversity of work uniquely blending art, fashion, and commercial genres. Born in 1942 and raised in Edinburgh, Watson initially pursued graphic design at the Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design before transitioning first to film and television at the Royal College of Art in London and then into photography, a decision that would shape his illustrious career.
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One of her most celebrated works is a striking portrait of Louis Armstrong, one of the most influential jazz musicians in history. Titled Louis Armstrong Playing Trumpet, the black-and-white photograph offers an up-close glimpse of the musician mid-performance, captured in the midst of the club’s lively ambiance.
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Transcription in progress I am really happy to have Karen here and Albert—you are in the presence of true superstars. These are photographers who have truly pushed and expanded the medium, each…
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Transcription in progress Luntz: I’m really happy to have all of you here today. We send out these invitations, and on Saturday, we always wonder who’s going to show up. The whole…
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To celebrate Barry Salzman’s inaugural exhibition in the United States, “Barry Salzman — How We See the World” Holden and Barry sat down to discuss Barry’s work which reflects on our responsibility…
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Join Barry Salzman in a thought-provoking discussion with 150 arts high school students. In this engaging presentation, Barry unveils the remarkable trajectory of his career, tracing his transition from the corporate sphere…
Read MoreSimple Pleasures
“Orange is the color of the sun. It is vital and a good color generally, indicating thoughtfulness and consideration of others.” — Edgar Cayce
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“And as I walk round the park I always think, ‘Maybe round the corner I am going to find something beautiful.’ I always think positively. It is very rare that you find me in a mood that is sad or melancholic.” — Sophia Loren
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“I feel very adventurous. There are so many doors to be opened, and I’m not afraid to look behind them” – Elizabeth Taylor
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“If you have to ask what jazz is, you’ll never know.” — Louis Armstrong
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Welcome back to Frame by Frame — our summer series that invites you to look a little closer. Each Sunday, we send three cropped details from photographs in our collection. Your challenge?…
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Welcome back to Frame by Frame — our summer series that invites you to look a little closer. Each Sunday, we send three cropped details from photographs in our collection. Your challenge?…
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Welcome back to Frame by Frame — our summer series that invites you to look a little closer. Each Sunday, we send three cropped details from photographs in our collection. Your challenge?…
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Welcome back to Frame by Frame — our summer series that invites you to look a little closer. Each Sunday, we send three cropped details from photographs in our collection. Your challenge?…
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In this wide-ranging conversation with Holden, Ballen reflects on his early photographic influences, the move from black and white to muted color, his rejection of traditional portraiture, and the complex psychological spaces he constructs in his imagery. What unfolds is a compelling look at an artist who is both deeply introspective and continually experimental—someone for whom photography is not just a tool, but a lifelong journey into the mind’s darker, more poetic terrain.
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In this illuminating interview, Mads Christensen, the innovative light artist, sheds light on his unique approach to merging technology and art. Known for his radiant, immersive installations, Christensen shares insights into his creative process, his fascination with the interplay of light and motion, and how his background in design informs his work.
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In this engaging interview, Christopher Bucklow, the renowned British photographer, shares insights into his artistic evolution and the conceptual foundations of his work. From his early experiences with traditional photography to his pioneering use of light-sensitive materials, Bucklow discusses how his practice has transformed over time.
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Discover the captivating journey of photographer Tom Baril through an insightful interview. From his early fascination with photography to his role as Robert Mapplethorpe’s printer, Baril’s story unveils a rich tapestry of artistic evolution. Delve into his transition from urban landscapes to still lifes, his mastery of pinhole photography, and his exploration of alternative processes like wet plate collodion printing. Experience Baril’s contemporary vision intertwined with references to photography’s modernist roots, offering viewers a unique perspective on fleeting beauty, the fragility of nature, and the passage of time.
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Living with Art: Living Rooms
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Living with Art: Dining Rooms
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Living with Art: Bedrooms
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Living with Art: Hallways and Stairways
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“There’s a whole range of feelings when I’m engaged in the process of making art. Certainly, excitement is one of them. When you come up with an idea, you can’t wait to…
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“I didn’t choose photography; photography chose me.” – Ilse Bing A pioneer of experimental photography, Ilse Bing was a consequential artist whose work was influential to the modernist movement and expressive development…
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“This book is called 7439, which is the number of miles I rode through by motorcycle from New York to California, in the summer of 2015. The coast to coast is part…
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“Taking Measure seems to be both specific and ambiguous. It’s like trying to figure out where you are, but it has two kinds of meaning. You can take measure of yourself, or…
Read MoreCross Currents
“I am particularly drawn to Michael Eastman’s Abstract Wall #2, Havana 2000. Michael Eastman’s Abstract Wall #2, Havana 2000, illustrates Castro’s Communist strangulation of bourgeois, European architecture, and local voices in Cuba’s cultural history.
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“I can’t remember exactly what the occasion was when I first met Michael James O’Brien over thirty years ago, but I was struck by our instant chemistry,
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“I first came across Jim Lee’s work when we were doing the OSSIE CLARK exhibition here. The students at the RCA (Royal College of Art)
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“My father had just made the extraordinarily difficult decision to run for president on a platform of peace and social justice. He announced
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“You can either buy clothes or buy pictures.” — Gertrude Stein
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“For my part I know nothing with any certainty, but the sight of the stars makes me dream.” — Vincent Van Gogh
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“Against the assault of laughter, nothing can stand.” — Mark Twain
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“There’s a lot of stress… but once you get in the car, all that goes out the window.” — Dan Brown
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