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Edward Burtynsky’s photographs convey the force of mankind’s reordering of the environment

The Art Newspaper

Now, more than 70 of his photographs from 1981 onwards are on view in Edward Burtynsky: The Great Acceleration (until 28 September), a retrospective at the International Center of Photography (ICP) in New York curated by the centre’s creative director, David Campany. Produced by Julia Michalska , David.

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The Robbins Collection of Old Master Prints and Drawings

Maine Antique Digest

A benefactor himself and with foresight, he traveled widely and collected important prints, fearing that the advent of photography would render them

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A brush with… Jeff Wall — podcast

The Art Newspaper

An in-depth interview with photographer Jeff Wall, discussing hallucinations, Franz Kafka and the inspiration he draws from comics

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YOUR SCOPE OF WORK IS UP TO YOU

The Appraiser Coach

You might have to draw a line and say I love you, but the answer is “no!”. The appraiser is in charge, the appraiser directs it. Don’t defer to your client, although it can be tempting. That means there are times where you may have to take a stand. Find someone else who is willing to do this because I’m not. Yes, indeed.

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Clues Through the Lens: Inviting visitors to think like detectives

The Mid-West Museum Association

The exhibit also outlines the history of photography and includes several interactive features. Whether coming with a passion for history or photography, looking to be challenged, or to simply have fun, there are elements to engage visitors. To prompt that, the interpretive text leads with questions.

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This Week in Thrifting: Don’t Be Afraid of Buying Art

WorthPoint

How’s a collector or reseller supposed to gauge the value of a drawing or painting if they don’t even know what they’re looking at? In my case, this thrifted drawing had a signature, a date, and a number scrawled in the corner. In addition to her role as HIP’s curator of photography, Allison Radomski is a writer and filmmaker.

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Art and Science Collide: The Beauty of Scientific Instruments Through the Ages

Invaluable

An Early English Five-Draw Telescope. The Polaroid was the world’s first instant SLR camera and represented a significant advance in personal photography that allowed the masses to capture treasured moments instantly. Sold for £8,125 via Christie’s (October 2009). Sold for £37,800 via Christie’s (July 2023).

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