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Artistic rebel, urban poet: new book celebrates the iconic photography of Saul Leiter

Creative Boom

Saul Leiter may not be the best-known name in the history of photography, but perhaps he should be. He had developed an interest in painting from an early age, and in New York, he was fortunate to meet the abstract expressionist painter Richard Pousette-Dart, who encouraged him to pursue photography. It became very frustrating for him."

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Concrete Hong Kong: learn about architecture through foldout models

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Captivating photography Combining captivating photography and engaging narratives by David Navarro and Martyna Sobecka, Concrete Hong Kong showcases a variety of structures in its first section, including the cruciform Shun On Estate, the vibrant Choi Hung Estate, and the brutalist Po Lai Court.

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Nude photo series recaptures the spirit of the original Glastonbury

Creative Boom

In the summers of 2017 and 2019, artist Tom Hunter set up a makeshift photo booth at the Glastonbury festival. In 2017, he was based in the Shangri-La field and was assisted by Hanna Wiebe, who ventured into the crowds to invite participants to the booth. From the series, Where Have All The Flowers Gone © Tom Hunter.

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Coverjunkie curates the latest collection of limited-edition art prints from RoomFifty

Creative Boom

It was founded in 2017 by Guardian creative director Chris Clarke and illustrator and writer Leon Edler. Jaap's work has also been recognised by multiple award bodies, and he was awarded Art Director of the Year in 2017 by the Mercurs, Amsterdam. Drawings, lettering, photography, paintings: my highlights change each day.

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Coverjunkie curates the latest collection of limited-edition art prints from RoomFifty

Creative Boom

It was founded in 2017 by Guardian creative director Chris Clarke and illustrator and writer Leon Edler. Jaap's work has also been recognised by multiple award bodies, and he was awarded Art Director of the Year in 2017 by the Mercurs, Amsterdam. Drawings, lettering, photography, paintings: my highlights change each day.

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Seven of the best emerging photographers to follow in 2022

Creative Boom

So we've teamed up with MPB , the leading online platform for sourcing used photography and videography equipment, to uncover some true gems. And they've found us a diverse range of new photography talent that truly bring the wow factor. My photography is documentary but aims to be subjective," he says. © Nico Froehlich.

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Alex Foxley's '90s-inspired illustrations are here to fill your world with positivity

Creative Boom

Originally from the UK, Alex is a Norwich University of Arts graduate who studied and pursued photography. Before I knew it, I incorporated illustrations into my photography work. After moving to Barcelona in 2017, I set out to teach myself everything I could about design.