Arbus, Diane, 1923-1974

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Dates:
Birth 1923-03-14
Death 1971-07-26
Americans
English, English,

Biographical notes:

Diane Arbus (b. March 14, 1923, New York City, NY–d. July 26, 1971, New York City, NY) was an American photographer noted for photographs of marginalized people and others whose normality was perceived by the general populace as ugly or surreal. Her work has been described as consisting of formal manipulation characterized by blatant sensationalism.

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Subjects:

  • Photography, Artistic
  • Photography of children
  • Portrait photography

Occupations:

  • Photographers

Places:

  • NY, US
  • NY, US

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