Nadav Kander - mixing beauty with unease

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Graeme Williams - Photographic Conversations

4 ай бұрын

THIS VIDEO: It’s difficult to give a one-liner about what type of photographer Nadav Kander is, but there is a lot to be learnt from his approach to the medium. He’s probably best known for his portraiture of famous people and his essay on the Yangstze river in China. But he isn’t strictly a portraiture photographer or documentary landscape photographer - his photographs are still and heavy - that’s his word. Looking at his work you become aware of the person behind the camera - He’s drilling down deep into himself and his subjects to discover a way of mirroring the emotions that he experiences while in their presence. I think that the most valuable lesson that one can learn from him and his work is that, as a photographer, its up to you how far you want to go to interrogate you subjects
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ABOUT ME: The conversations focus on topics related to different aspects of photography including: art, documentary and photojournalism. The discussions explore the personal experiences of photographers and artists and how their work reflects both their internal and external landscape. During the past 30 years I have photographed in over 50 countries for magazines including National Geographic, Time, New York Times and Newsweek. I have held solo exhibitions in New York, London and Paris and my work is showcased in private and institutional art collections around the world.
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VIDEO CLIPS: Beauty mixed with an unease, Nadav Kander 'Making pictures in exploring life', Nadav Kander Interview 2016.

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@johnhigginson5079 4 ай бұрын

I met Nadav Kander once, I'd just won an AOP award and after the event he kindly congratulated me on my work, said it was really lovely. Nice bloke, talented artist.

@yeohi 4 ай бұрын

Congratulations on your award. I would not have known about you otherwise. I'll check out your work.

@johnhigginson5079 4 ай бұрын

@@yeohi Thank you, in truth not much to check out, the award, a Gold Award for a Portfolio was given to me for a series on the American Cowboy, printed them in Platinum, they went on to be exhibited at Hamiltons in London, but it was a long time ago now ; )

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

Nice one! he comes across as a genuine person.

@tadwolujewicz3923 4 ай бұрын

Kander is an exceptional visual artist. No surprise that he has been influenced by the work of Francis Bacon. As a photographer of people myself, I admire Kander’s ability to illicit the consent of the sitter and depict the character is a way which many would find unflattering. I have to assume that those agreeing to be photographed by him, know beforehand what they are going to get. Getting the gig to photograph the famous is an achievement in itself, but to then get away with the unexpected and unique, in a Karsh-like way, is the mark of a great creative talent.

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

I'm sure that the celebs like an opportunity to step out of their normal pose.

@robgoodwin6750 4 ай бұрын

It's amazing how much I learned about one of my favorite photographers in 13 minutes and 51 seconds. You've done a masterful, scholarly and entertaining job of presenting and explaining Kander's work, philosophy and technique. This is my first visit, and I wish I had discovered you a long time ago. I've looked through your collection of videos, and I can't wait to spend more time here; you're in a different universe from most of what I see posted on KZfaq. Thank you for broadening my photographic horizons and brightening my day.

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

Hi Rob That is most kind. Thanks and welcome to the channel.

@matthewiles4789 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for introducing this photographer. Truly outstanding body of work. Love it!

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

Yes, me too.

@RostykMakushak 4 ай бұрын

Dear Graeme, THANKS SO MUCH for this wonderful video on Kander. I consider him a modern day genius photographer. I believe someone said it about him - Nadav Kander is a brilliant photographic artist in both genres - "new topographics" type landscape and portraiture. His landscape compositions are impeccable and his portraits are incredible. I can't figure out which side of his talent I love better... Both I guess :)

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

Glad that you are also a fan of his work.

@DREES56_TRR-qw2vr 4 ай бұрын

I find your insightful descriptions of the work by the photographic artists you select really interesting Graeme, and your measured tone while you talk invites us to listen and be a part of the "discussion". Thank you and keep producing these great videos.

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

Much appreciated

@richardrizzo_photography 4 ай бұрын

Great video Graeme, Kander's images both landscapes and portraits are not only stunning but inspiring as well.

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

I agree Richard

@sonofoneintheuniverse 4 ай бұрын

Your channel is wonderful - content is eveything!

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

Thanks SNFITU

@israelantunez7612 4 ай бұрын

Pure love for tography on this channel.

@jvermillion1052 4 ай бұрын

Delightful.

@LloydSpencer 4 ай бұрын

Wow! Graeme, outstanding treatment of such an interesting photographer. Beautiful, thought-provoking video.

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

Much appreciated Lloyd

@loretagema9085 4 ай бұрын

So well presented. Thank you!

@almostgreen9498 4 ай бұрын

You put these together with so much care and skill. I am transported every time.

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

Thanks AG

@uniktbrukernavn 4 ай бұрын

4:22 This is absolutely stunning in its dystopian beautiful eeriness. Just look at the perspective making it look like those high-rise buildings are so close that the windows bump into each other when opened. The Chinese sunlight that never really manages to penetrate the smog. The building on the right looks brand new but it also looks crooked. Some of the windows are open but it looks unoccupied. The image looks like a computer rendering and the architecture looks like 3d assets that you can buy on an online market place. And in the middle there seems to be a misplaced school girl talking on her phone.

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

He's used the soft light so well - some of the scenes look like they come out of Blade Runner.

@hoagyguitarmichael 4 ай бұрын

Love this one. Have seen his work in passing in the NYT Magazine but never knew his name. Just as you showed one of the triptych portraits, I thought, "This guy is influenced by Francis Bacon," and-voila! I try to take pictures that make me feel something, and in so doing might make someone else feel something. He nails it every time. Thanks.

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

Thanks HGM

@nnelgsiggah 4 ай бұрын

A favorite…thanks Graeme!

@edward9840 4 ай бұрын

Quite a change from the subject of last week's video! I need to learn more about this artist's work and process, and this video was very helpful. Interesting and enjoyable. Thank you, Graeme.

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Edward

@runcmd1419 4 ай бұрын

One of the things that I like about his working method for portraits is that he talks to his subjects as little as possible before shooting and has said he would not like to photograph people he knows personally.

@runcmd1419 4 ай бұрын

@-ca-- kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mLZkp9p_nJecZ5s.htmlsi=76XdGoc30qhrZo8l

@runcmd1419 4 ай бұрын

Look up his interview for the national portrait gallery to see him talk about it, I can’t link it.

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

Yes that is different to how most portrait photographers work.

@kenmunozatmmrrailroad6853 4 ай бұрын

Many photo narratives of photographers out here- yours rise amongst the best; consider me subbed.

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

Welcome Ken

@loupetho 4 ай бұрын

Another wonderful presentation, thank you.

@paddlr5000 4 ай бұрын

To me, his work becomes more meaningful over time, the mark of a great artist.

@margietalk 4 ай бұрын

a piece of art about art. gorgeous presentation of his brilliance. ty!

@channamasala 4 ай бұрын

Excellent

@bowenisland100 4 ай бұрын

Loved both the work and your presentation. Simultaneosly calm and provocative.

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

Thats a nice combo, thanks

@hartgetzen7867 4 ай бұрын

Excellent video. Well done!

@robertpearson 4 ай бұрын

Very nice.

@robertbrooks5888 4 ай бұрын

Great video Graeme!!

@johnkelly-pd3vq 4 ай бұрын

Loved this review, listening to him has a calming effect, beautiful work👏👏

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

Yes, he does have a soothing voice.

@christiannialki7605 4 ай бұрын

Great. Thanks.

@rexgigout1472 4 ай бұрын

Well-done! Thanks!

@R_E_T_I_E_F 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for this!

@johnpeterson7264 3 ай бұрын

Wonderful discussion !

@paullesliehutson5818 4 ай бұрын

Absolutely brilliant and inspiring resumé of Kander’s work. Another excellent video. Thank You Graeme.

@bobpullein9964 4 ай бұрын

Really enjoyed this exploration and introduction to a wonderful artist/photographer, thank you so much.

@dirkpehrke9909 4 ай бұрын

Another great video. And my favourite painter, Francis Bacon, is in it.❤

@juliagreen5278 3 ай бұрын

Brilliant!

@brauliomorrison 4 ай бұрын

A+

@johnwheaton4636 2 ай бұрын

Subscribed

@vladepast4936 4 ай бұрын

extremely talented man...

@roygumpel8415 4 ай бұрын

excellent presentation. I have felt a sort of kinship with Kander for a few years. Similar vision i'd say.

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Roy

@michaelvr8973 4 ай бұрын

To me this work is ""radioactive", I want to stay away of it, far away. Good photographer though. What he shows is frightening, for sure. This uneasyness he is aiming at works very well, indeed. I Never heard of Nadav Kander before. His work raises questions about mankind, about our relationship to nature. This world is insane, no wonder aliens are among us ! Thanks for the presentation, I have discovered something new and will keep my eyes opens.

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

That greeny, blue colour is a bit radioactive.

@michaelvr8973 4 ай бұрын

@@PhotoConversationsAbsolutely !

@iainmc9859 4 ай бұрын

I think his portraits are interesting but I can't say they're to my taste. I sort of get the feeling he's trying too hard. However, I appreciate his landscapes even though they all seem to be coming from the same sense of alienation from the environment. Is there such a thing as an 'Ozymandias Complex' ?

@PhotoConversations 4 ай бұрын

Hi Iain There is now! I think we all probably suffer from it.