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Nan Goldin

Nan Goldin is an acclaimed American photographer renowned for her profound visual narratives that delve into her personal world, marked by themes of addiction, sexuality, and intimate relationships. Born in Washington, D.C., in 1953, Goldin's journey into photography began in the early 1970s, capturing the lives of those around her, forming a "substitute family" amid a backdrop of drugs, sex, and violence​​.

One of Goldin's most celebrated works, "The Ballad of Sexual Dependency" (1986), is a raw and intimate portrayal of her "tribe," documenting their lives through the late 70s and early 80s in New York City. This work, initially presented as a slideshow, captures moments of love, sexuality, and domestic life, transcending into a poignant narrative of the era's challenges, particularly the AIDS crisis​.

Throughout her career, Goldin's photography has continued to evolve, exploring various themes and mediums, including film. Her work, deeply personal and often autobiographical, challenges conventional perceptions of beauty, identity, and relationships, offering a window into the complexities of human connection and the essence of her subjects​.

Goldin's influence extends beyond the art world, with her activism, particularly against the opioid crisis, marking another significant chapter in her journey. Her profound empathy and commitment to portraying the raw, unfiltered realities of life resonate through her extensive body of work, which continues to be celebrated in exhibitions and collections globally​.

For art collectors and enthusiasts, Goldin's work offers not just aesthetic value but also deep emotional and historical resonance. To stay informed about Nan Goldin's works and related updates, signing up for newsletters from prominent galleries or her exhibitions could provide valuable insights and opportunities for engagement with her art.

Date and place of birt:12 september 1963, Washington, D.C., USA
Nationality:USA
Period of activity: XX, XXI century
Specialization:Artist, Photographer
Genre:Portrait
Art style:Black & white photo, Color photo, Contemporary art
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Creators USA

John Nelson Battenberg (1931 - 2012)
John Nelson Battenberg
1931 - 2012
Mark Tansey (1949)
Mark Tansey
1949
Mel Bochner (1940 - 2025)
Mel Bochner
1940 - 2025
James Earle Fraser (1876 - 1953)
James Earle Fraser
1876 - 1953
David Hammons (1943)
David Hammons
1943
Andrew Masullo (1957)
Andrew Masullo
1957
Walter Pach (1883 - 1958)
Walter Pach
1883 - 1958
James Brooks (1906 - 1992)
James Brooks
1906 - 1992
Gerome Kamrowski (1914 - 2004)
Gerome Kamrowski
1914 - 2004
Lalla Essaydi (1956)
Lalla Essaydi
1956
 Cedric Hartman (1929)
Cedric Hartman
1929
Charles Harold Davis (1856 - 1933)
Charles Harold Davis
1856 - 1933
Christo Yavashev (1935 - 2020)
Christo Yavashev
1935 - 2020
Larry Poons (1937)
Larry Poons
1937
Tim Rollins (1955 - 2017)
Tim Rollins
1955 - 2017
Pinchas Burstein (1927 - 1977)
Pinchas Burstein
1927 - 1977

Creators Black & white photo

Russell Maltz (1952)
Russell Maltz
1952
Jürgen Zumbrunnen (1946 - 2016)
Jürgen Zumbrunnen
1946 - 2016
Michael Gundermann (1945)
Michael Gundermann
1945
Jan Voinarsky (1879 - 1937)
Jan Voinarsky
1879 - 1937
Mic Enneper (1950)
Mic Enneper
1950
Lin Felton (1958)
Lin Felton
1958
Betye Saar (1926)
Betye Saar
1926
Georgy Moiseevich Moroz (1937 - 2015)
Georgy Moiseevich Moroz
1937 - 2015
Alec Soth (1969)
Alec Soth
1969
Nan Qi (1960)
Nan Qi
1960
Lee Gatch (1902 - 1968)
Lee Gatch
1902 - 1968
Narasige Koide (1887 - 1931)
Narasige Koide
1887 - 1931
Liu Fenghua (1956)
Liu Fenghua
1956
Alan Shields (1944 - 2005)
Alan Shields
1944 - 2005
Vasily Ivanovich Agibalov (1913 - 2002)
Vasily Ivanovich Agibalov
1913 - 2002
Claude Viallat (1936)
Claude Viallat
1936