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| Sebastião Salgado Amazonas Images |
“I hope that the person who visits my
exhibitions, and the person who comes out, are not quite the same. I believe
that the average person can help a lot, not by giving material goods but by
participating, by being part of the discussion, by being truly concerned about
what is going on in the world." Sebastião Salgado
Brazilian photojournalist Sebastião Salgado, born on February 8th 1944, in Aimorés, in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil, is a gem in the world of photojournalist’s. This is not because of his dedication to the field, nor his unique perception of events around him, it is instead his captivating images that make him a standout in the photojournalist circle. The absence of color in Salgado’s photos is what makes them distinct, and in a way timeless. These photos strip away all that is trivial or ornamental and expose the heart of the subject.
Salgado’s fame and recognition came later on in life after a change in career. Having gone to school at the University of São Paulo and earning his Masters in Economics, Salgado chose to abandon that career and pursue one in photography in 1973. He got his start in Paris, France, where he resides today. In the first few years as a photographer he worked for the photo agencies Sygma and Gamma. From there he went on to work for Magnum Photos in 1979 where he remained until 1994, after which he and his wife established their own photo cooperation still in operation today called Amazonas Images.
Brazilian photojournalist Sebastião Salgado, born on February 8th 1944, in Aimorés, in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil, is a gem in the world of photojournalist’s. This is not because of his dedication to the field, nor his unique perception of events around him, it is instead his captivating images that make him a standout in the photojournalist circle. The absence of color in Salgado’s photos is what makes them distinct, and in a way timeless. These photos strip away all that is trivial or ornamental and expose the heart of the subject.
Salgado’s fame and recognition came later on in life after a change in career. Having gone to school at the University of São Paulo and earning his Masters in Economics, Salgado chose to abandon that career and pursue one in photography in 1973. He got his start in Paris, France, where he resides today. In the first few years as a photographer he worked for the photo agencies Sygma and Gamma. From there he went on to work for Magnum Photos in 1979 where he remained until 1994, after which he and his wife established their own photo cooperation still in operation today called Amazonas Images.
Though Salgado left his career as an
economist, it is apparent that his prior experience in the field has played an
integral part in his photographs. In his photos he conveys the toll that
economic hardship has on people all around the world. The majority of his
photos are documentary in style, many of which have been compiled into books
entitled, Other Americas, Sahel: Man in
Distress, Workers, Migrations and The Children. Much of his work, including
some published in his books, have been used by various humanitarian
organizations including UNICEF, World Health Organization, the Office of the
United Nations High Commissioner of Refugees and Amnesty International.
Known for his ability to the capture hurting, distressed subjects in this world, Salgado’s work will likely stand the test of time.
Known for his ability to the capture hurting, distressed subjects in this world, Salgado’s work will likely stand the test of time.
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