Wednesday, September 19, 2012

This is a quick and easy read. Growing up I've always been inspired by Edward Curtis but also wary of his photos for reasons stated in this article. It really sums up how indigenous groups are frequently romanticized, despite the gorgeous images that result from it, can it truly be considered an anthropological photograph?

http://www.voiceofsandiego.org/opinion/article_076a65a1-f8bd-5cb9-9a59-a2646cfab63a.html


Images by Edward Curtis






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