如今,在摄影被艺术世界和数字操纵吸收的情况下,萨尔加多的摄影作品具有一种《圣经》般的特质并投射出一种即时性,这些让他的作品具有生动的当代感。塞拉佩拉达(Serra Pelada)的矿山早已关闭,但紧张的淘金热大戏却从这些图像中跳了出来。 本书收集了萨尔加多拍摄的关于塞拉佩拉达的所有作品,这些作品用博物馆级的品质被复制出来,并附有萨尔加多撰写的一篇前言和艾伦 里丁(Alan Riding)的的一篇随笔。本书还出了签名的限量收藏版和艺术版。 What is it about a dull yellow metal that drives men to abandon their homes, sell their belongings and cross a continent in order to risk life, limbs and sanity for a dream? Sebasti o Salgado When Sebasti o Salgado was finally authorized to visit Serra Pelada in September 1986, having been blocked for six years by Brazil s military authorities, he was ill-prepared to take in the e
Richly colourful photographs that capture the nostalgia and vulnerability of British seaside resorts. From Blackpool to Brighton, the pastel colours, faded arcades and worn-out carpets of British coastal towns evoke a particular nostalgia. With the changing tides of the British political landscape these traditional resorts appear fragile and some are falling into disrepair. Nevertheless some are thriving (thanks to regeneration funds), and all retain a special charm and retro appeal. Shooting for more than a decade since 2009, Rob Ball has documented over 35 coastal towns. His images serve as a record of a unique culture that is at risk of disappearing forever.