Exposure: Contemporary photographers in Australia and New Zealand (9781760764869)

Exposure: Contemporary photographers in Australia and New Zealand

Amber Creswell Bell

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Thames & Hudson

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Hardcover
272 pages
300 color illustrations
237 × 296 mm
ISBN 9781760764869
English
Jan 2026

A captivating exploration of contemporary photography and the power of the lens to observe, interpret and inspire

A photograph captures a fleeting visual in time. A split second on either side can change the result entirely: the exact moment of exposure is critical. More than simply a static image, a photograph has the power to evoke emotion, revealing both the seen and the unseen.

In her latest collection, curator Amber Creswell Bell explores the work of forty contemporary photographers from Australia and New Zealand, including Leila Jeffreys, Bill Henson, and Kara Rosenlund. Each artist shares insights into their practice, ranging from the whimsical to the wild, addressing subjects as diverse as the environment, motherhood, and identity. Some point and shoot; others meticulously curate a scene, but they all strive for creative connection with the viewer through this common medium. Exposure captures the essence of modern photography, showcasing bold perspectives, striking landscapes, and intimate portraits that reflect the region's cultural richness and natural beauty.

Publisher

Thames & Hudson

Information

Hardcover
272 pages
300 color illustrations
237 × 296 mm
ISBN 9781760764869
English
Jan 2026