The Last Resort
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.57 (877 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1904587798 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 84 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-03-02 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
At PhotoEspana, 2008, Martin Parr won the Baume et Mercier award in recognition of his professional career and contributions to contemporary photography. Since that time, Martin Parr has worked on numerous photographic projects. In 2008 Martin Parr was guest curator at New York Photo Festival, curating the New Typologies exhibition. Martin Parr was appointed Pro
Marco Rigonati said What is not to love.. My favorite work from martin Parr. Great book.. Five Stars Bae, Siwan wonderful photo work. "Five Stars" according to Maggie Sayed. Love it
Martin Parr was appointed Professor of Photography in 2004 at The University of Wales Newport campus. This show toured Europe for the next 5 years. About the AuthorMartin Parr studied photography at Manchester Polytechnic, from 1970 to 1973. Martin Parr was Guest Artistic Director for Rencontres D'Arles in 2004. In 2008 Martin Parr was guest curator at New York Photo Festival, curating the New Typologies exhibition. Martin Parr will be curating the Brighton Photo Biennial in Oct 2010.. Since that time, Martin Parr has worked on numerous photographic projects. In 1994 he became a full member of Magnum Photographic Corporation. In recent years, he has developed an interest in filmmaking, and has started to use his photography within different conventions, such as fashion and advertising. In 2006 Martin Parr was awarded the Erich Salomon Prize and the resulting Assorted Cocktail show opened at Photokina. He has
Taken at the height of the Thatcher years, it depicts the "great British seaside" in all its garish glory. Martin Parr is Europe's premier contemporary photographer, and The Last Resort is the book that is considered to have launched his career. A new edition of a modern classic of photography. Described by some as cruel and voyeuristic and by others as a stunning satire on the state of Britain, early editions are now much sought after by collectors worldwide. Includes a new essay by Gerry Badger, photographer, architect, curator, and critic.