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Iconoclast, Provocateur and Innovator Duane Michals (1932-2026) Passes away

Duane Michals’ spirit left his body on June 9 in NYC. One of the most important and influential photographers of the past century, Duane was an iconoclast, provocateur, and innovator…

Featured Exhibit

Surrealism and Experimental Photography

By Alex Novak

While, as one might suspect, much of the work comes from the fertile Between-the-Wars period, a number of images show the work of more current practitioners who continue…

Collecting Resources

The Ins and Outs of A Photography Appraisal

Collecting photography may be a labor of love, but taking care of it may be a burden best shared with experts. At the very least, it’s important to keep…

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