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Vintage: Historic B&W Photos of Victorian-era York, England

Vintage: Historic B&W Photos of Victorian-era York, England

Victorian York was a city of contrasts. The wealthy elite resided in grand townhouses, enjoying luxuries such as gas lighting, fine clothing, and domestic servants. Meanwhile, the working-class population, including laborers and factory workers, lived in overcrowded slums with poor sanitation. The disparity between the rich and the poor was evident in living conditions, access to education, and healthcare. York,…
Photography´s New Vision: Experiments in Seeing

Photography´s New Vision: Experiments in Seeing

The New Vision movement of the 1920s and 1930s offered a revolutionary approach to seeing the world. It represented a rebellion against traditional photographic methods and an embrace of avant-garde experimentation and innovative techniques. László Moholy-Nagy, an artist and influential teacher at the Bauhaus in Germany, named this period of expansion the “New Vision.” Today, the term encompasses photographic developments…
Star Power: Photographs from Hollywood’s Golden Age by George Hurrell

Star Power: Photographs from Hollywood’s Golden Age by George Hurrell

During the 1930s and early 1940s, George Hurrell (1904–1992) reigned as Hollywood’s preeminent portrait photographer. Hired by the Publicity Department at Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) when he was only twenty-five, Hurrell advanced rapidly to become the studio’s principal portraitist. With a keen eye for artful posing, innovative lighting effects, and skillful retouching, he produced timeless portraits that burnished the luster of many…
Nouvelle Vague French Photography from the 1950s and 1960s

Nouvelle Vague French Photography from the 1950s and 1960s

Peter Fetterman Gallery presents Nouvelle Vague, an evocative survey celebrating the essence of French photography through the eyes of some of the twentieth century’s most admired artists. Bringing together works by Edouard Boubat, Raymond Cauchetier, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Jean-Philippe Charbonnier, Robert Doisneau, Willy Ronis, Sabine Weiss, and others, the exhibition pays tribute to a generation that forever transformed the language of…
The Poetry of Everyday Life Master Photographers of the French Humanist Movement

The Poetry of Everyday Life Master Photographers of the French Humanist Movement

Keith de Lellis Gallery is proud to present “The Poetry of Everyday Life – Master Photographers of the French Humanist Movement,” a landmark exhibition celebrating the timeless work of mid-20th century photographers who captured the heart and soul of post-war France. Featuring both iconic and little known works by Henri Cartier-Bresson, Robert Doisneau, Willy Ronis, Édouard Boubat, Sabine Weiss, this…
Stephen Shore: Early Works

Stephen Shore: Early Works

303 Gallery is pleased to present Stephen Shore: Early Work, a selection of works from the artist’s teenage years between 1960 – 1965, coinciding with his newly released book, “Early Work”, published by MACK. The largely unpublished works predate his series The Velvet Years, taken at Warhol’s Factory, and offer a distinct account of early 1960’s New York. These visceral…
Melissa Shook: Freedom to Create

Melissa Shook: Freedom to Create

Stevenson Library at Bard College is pleased to present Melissa Shook: Freedom to Create, curated by Fiona Laugharn, an independent curator and Bard College alumnus. “I have begun to realize how important freedom is for the person who desires to create in any way.”- Melissa Shook (age 17), Bard College Application, 1956 Melissa Shook: Freedom to Create traces the celebrated…
ringl + pit

ringl + pit

At the height of the Weimar Republic, an artist duo experimented with gender roles and consumer culture, subverting a commercial world dominated by cheerful faces and brightly illustrated pages. They photographed wigs, mannequins, and merchandise in unorthodox still lives, tapping into Berlin’s vibrant, avant-garde spirit. Their work transcended traditional advertising, highlighting touch, texture, and enigma. Their name: ringl+pit. Robert Mann…
Surrealism Exhibit

Surrealism Exhibit

When the French poet and theorist André Breton published his Surrealist Manifesto in 1924, he established a new artistic vision that tapped into the most electrifying dimensions of the human imagination. Celebrating the Manifesto’s centennial, Throckmorton Fine Art presents an exhibition showcasing the wide-reaching impact of Surrealism on photography. The show features photographs taken in Europe, the US, and Mexico,…
Stanko Abadzic: Portals

Stanko Abadzic: Portals

Catherine Couturier Gallery is delighted to present solo exhibition Portals, with gallery artist Stanko Abadzic. Portals takes us on a journey of perception through the intimate motif of the female nude. Photographed at thresholds, windows, and in mirrors, the subject lingers in the in-between spaces of life, in transitory moments between realms of possibility. Abadzic has photographed the same model…
Vintage: The Channel Islands in the Victorian Era

Vintage: The Channel Islands in the Victorian Era

Guernsey, one of the larger islands, was a hub of maritime trade and fishing during the Victorian period. St. Peter’s Port, the capital, was a lively harbor town where ships arrived with goods from Britain and beyond. The view from Castle Cornet, which had stood guard over the bay for centuries, was a symbol of the island’s resilience and strategic…
Vintage: Historic B&W Photos of Victorian-Era Camberley, England

Vintage: Historic B&W Photos of Victorian-Era Camberley, England

During the Victorian era, Camberley evolved from a relatively small settlement into a notable town, largely influenced by the presence of the Royal Military College (RMC) and the Royal Staff College. These institutions played a crucial role in shaping the town’s identity, economy, and daily life. The establishment of the Royal Military College in 1812 and the Royal Staff College…
Vintage: Historic B&W Photos of Victorian-era Whitby, England

Vintage: Historic B&W Photos of Victorian-era Whitby, England

Nestled on the rugged Yorkshire coast, Whitby flourished during the Victorian era as a bustling maritime town, steeped in industry, tourism, and local traditions. Its narrow streets, lined with fishermen’s cottages and elegant Georgian houses, bore witness to the daily lives of sailors, traders, and visitors seeking both business and leisure. The town’s dual identity as a thriving port and…
Interview with Jiri Wackermann

Interview with Jiri Wackermann

Jiří Wackermann is a German scientist and artist of Czech origin. Born 1955, he studied psychology at the Charles University in Prague and has been then active in psychology and neuroscience research in Czechoslovakia, Switzerland and Germany. Since 1998 he is lives permanently in Germany. Already in his young years Jiří discovered photography as a medium of creative expression, and…
Diane Arbus: Konstellationen

Diane Arbus: Konstellationen

Widely regarded as one of the most original and influential artists of the 20th century, Diane Arbus’ bold black-and-white photographs demolish aesthetic conventions and upend all certainties. With Diane Arbus: Konstellationen, Gropius Bau presents the most comprehensive exhibition of her work to date. Following a highly acclaimed debut at LUMA Arles and a stop in Arbus’ hometown of New York…
Dialogues

Dialogues

“With Dialogues. Collection FOTOGRAFIS x Helmut Newton”, the Helmut Newton Foundation presents a fresh perspective on the work of its founder. This exhibition takes the form of a playful visual experiment – one that fully unfolds through the viewer’s on-site experience. On two occasions in recent years, the Helmut Newton Foundation has presented private photography collections in addition to its…
Vintage: Historic B&W Photos of Victorian-era Yarmouth, England

Vintage: Historic B&W Photos of Victorian-era Yarmouth, England

During the 19th cebtury, Great Yarmouth was a bustling coastal town, known for its thriving fishing industry, vibrant seaside tourism, and expanding infrastructure. As Britain underwent industrialization, Yarmouth too experienced significant changes that shaped the daily lives of its inhabitants. One of the primary economic activities in Yarmouth was fishing, particularly the herring trade. The town’s quay and docks were…
Vintage: Historic B&W Photos of Victorian-Era Worthing and Wroxham, England

Vintage: Historic B&W Photos of Victorian-Era Worthing and Wroxham, England

During the Victorian era, both Worthing and Wroxham experienced significant transformations that shaped their identities. While geographically distant, these towns shared common developments that linked their histories during this period. In the early 19th century, Worthing was a modest fishing village. However, with the advent of the Victorian era, it rapidly evolved into a bustling seaside resort. The expansion of…
Vintage: Historic B&W Photos of Victorian-era Worcester, England

Vintage: Historic B&W Photos of Victorian-era Worcester, England

During the Victorian era, the city of Worcester in England underwent significant transformation, shaped by industrialization, urban expansion, and social change. As one of the key centers of manufacturing and trade, Worcester experienced both the benefits and challenges of the Industrial Revolution. Worcester was renowned for its porcelain industry, with the Royal Worcester Porcelain Company producing some of the finest…
Interview with Maximilian Vermilye

Interview with Maximilian Vermilye

Maximilian Vermilye (b.1993), also known as Max PhV, is a Swiss, British, and American digital artist based in Geneva specializing in psychodynamic photography, a conceptual approach to digital imagery that transforms everyday moments into emotionally evocative works of art. Holding a BA in Media Studies and Photography from Webster University, alongside certifications from the London School of Photography and styling…