Henri Cartier-Bresson (1908 - 2004)

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Henri Cartier-Bresson

Henri Cartier-Bresson was a French artist renowned for his groundbreaking work in photography, particularly in the realms of photojournalism and street photography. Born on August 22, 1908, in Chanteloup, France, Cartier-Bresson's early artistic endeavors were in painting, which he began studying at the age of five. His transition to photography was marked by his adoption of a 35mm Leica camera in 1931, a tool that became synonymous with his work.

Henri Cartier-Bresson's photography is celebrated for its unique blend of spontaneity and composition, capturing moments that reveal deeper truths about their subjects. His theory of "the decisive moment" – that is, capturing an event that is ephemeral and spontaneous, yet significant – has had a profound influence on the field of photography. His work has been exhibited in prestigious venues such as the Museum of Modern Art in New York and is held in high esteem in art collections worldwide.

In addition to his personal achievements, Henri Cartier-Bresson was a co-founder of Magnum Photos in 1947, a cooperative agency for worldwide photographers that significantly influenced photojournalism. Later in his career, Cartier-Bresson returned to painting and drawing, demonstrating his lifelong commitment to the arts.

For art collectors and experts, Henri Cartier-Bresson's work offers a pivotal exploration of 20th-century photography, blending artistic vision with the unguarded moments of life. His influence extends beyond his images, shaping the way we perceive and engage with visual narratives.

To explore more about Henri Cartier-Bresson's influential career and works, and to stay updated on exhibitions or sales featuring his photography, you might consider subscribing to updates from art institutions or galleries that frequently showcase his work.

Date and place of birt:22 august 1908, Chanteloup-en-Brie, France
Date and place of death:3 august 2004, Montjustin, France
Nationality:France
Period of activity: XX, XXI century
Specialization:Artist, Photographer
Genre:Documentary photography, Street Photography
Art style:Post War Art, Black & white photo, Contemporary art

Creators France

André Loupot (1869 - 1943)
André Loupot
1869 - 1943
Alexandre-Jean Dubois-Drahonet (1791 - 1834)
Alexandre-Jean Dubois-Drahonet
1791 - 1834
Philippe Cognée (1957)
Philippe Cognée
1957
Edouard Lanteri (1848 - 1917)
Edouard Lanteri
1848 - 1917
Jean-Baptiste Jouvenet (1644 - 1717)
Jean-Baptiste Jouvenet
1644 - 1717
Eugène François Devéria (1805 - 1865)
Eugène François Devéria
1805 - 1865
Adrien Étienne Gaudez (1845 - 1902)
Adrien Étienne Gaudez
1845 - 1902
Jean-François Dubreuil (1946)
Jean-François Dubreuil
1946
Vladimir Veličković (1935 - 2019)
Vladimir Veličković
1935 - 2019
Bon Boullogne (1649 - 1717)
Bon Boullogne
1649 - 1717
Fuller Potter (1910 - 1990)
Fuller Potter
1910 - 1990
Jean-Baptiste Perronneau (1715 - 1783)
Jean-Baptiste Perronneau
1715 - 1783
Charles-Emile Jacque (1813 - 1894)
Charles-Emile Jacque
1813 - 1894
Pierre Courtens (1921 - 2004)
Pierre Courtens
1921 - 2004
Albert Gleizes (1881 - 1953)
Albert Gleizes
1881 - 1953
Charles Daudelin (1920 - 2001)
Charles Daudelin
1920 - 2001

Creators Black & white photo

Henri Cornelis Bol (1945 - 2000)
Henri Cornelis Bol
1945 - 2000
Nikolai Mikhailovich Chernyshev (1885 - 1973)
Nikolai Mikhailovich Chernyshev
1885 - 1973
Erwin A. Schinzel (1919 - 2018)
Erwin A. Schinzel
1919 - 2018
Sven Spiegelberg (1954)
Sven Spiegelberg
1954
David Nestorovich Kakabadze (1889 - 1952)
David Nestorovich Kakabadze
1889 - 1952
Mahirwan Mamtani (1935)
Mahirwan Mamtani
1935
Alexander Ovakimovich Grigoryan (1927 - 2008)
Alexander Ovakimovich Grigoryan
1927 - 2008
James Turrell (1943)
James Turrell
1943
Narayan Shridhar Bendre (1910 - 1992)
Narayan Shridhar Bendre
1910 - 1992
Franz Heckendorf (1888 - 1962)
Franz Heckendorf
1888 - 1962
Maksim Lapshin ()
Maksim Lapshin
Sobral Centeno (1948)
Sobral Centeno
1948
Frank Neubauer (1952)
Frank Neubauer
1952
Olga Anatolyevna Zhekulina (1900 - 1973)
Olga Anatolyevna Zhekulina
1900 - 1973
Galina Dmitrievna Shuliak (1944 - 2021)
Galina Dmitrievna Shuliak
1944 - 2021
Lewis Baltz (1945 - 2014)
Lewis Baltz
1945 - 2014