You May Be A Photographer, But Are You An Artist?

2/29/2016 ISO 1200 Magazine 0 Comments

Think before you shoot! We're living in an age where digital photography is incredibly accessible – people snap and share photos instantly. In the latest video, the COOPH team met up with world-renown artist Roger Ballen who shares 7 thoughts about being an artist and about thinking before you press that shutter...

About Roger Ballen:

One of the most influential and important photographic artists of the 21st century, Roger Ballen’s photographs span over forty years. His strange and extreme works confront the viewer and challenge them to come with him on a journey into their own minds as he explores the deeper recesses of his own.
Credits:

All images are © Roger Ballen

Snippets from Roger Ballen's "Asylum of the Birds" and "Outland" videos were used in this video. You can find these videos on Roger Ballen's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/rogerballenmedia

Director: Matthew Rycroft
Editing: Andrea Schernthaner

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