In a painting no one complains that the subject is posed, but everybody complains about what looks posed in a photograph. Except, I’ve found that if I go very close…
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Twelve years after their exhibition at the Maison Européenne de la Photographie, Clark et Pougnaud return with a series of photographs inspired by the paintings of Vilhelm Hammershoi, presented in…
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A classic exercise in painting, the portrait also became a vital part of photography. In the 19th century, Nadar portrayed the Parisian bohemians. In the next century, August Sander, with…
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In October, the Robert Mann Gallery presented in its new space an exhibition bringing together 25 years of work by the American photographer Richard Misrach. In these carefully composed photographs…
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I don’t believe a history of contemporary photography can be written without acknowledging the role Aperture played in shaping that history. It played a significant role in my life, too…
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My association with Aperture books goes back to 1986, when Michael Hoffman, the director of Aperture, made it possible for the Subway images to be published, when most commercial publishers…
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I worked on my book at Aperture during a period of turmoil and uncertainty. There was at least one director change if not more. My editor Andrew left half way…
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In the history of photography, Aperture is a legend. This publishing house, magazine and gallery space is celebrating its 60th anniversary today, and we have decided to honor its history.…
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Michael Hoffman’s personality aroused admiration and fear in equal measure. He was known for his short temper, his business acumen—with everything that goes with it—and his assertive eye. Knowing only…
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Chris Boot was appointed Executive Director of Aperture one and a half year ago. It was a welcome end to a period of uncertainty for the Foundation. It was also a…
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