David Hamilton
Photographer and film director
Born
Died
2016
10 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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Born in 1933, a photographer and film director with roots in England and France. Established a reputation for a distinctive style characterized by soft-focus and ethereal imagery. Directed several films, with a notable focus on themes of youth and beauty. Achieved recognition for works that blended photography and cinematic storytelling, influencing subsequent generations of visual artists. The portfolio includes iconic models and themes that resonate with the aesthetic of the 1970s.
Published 'The Age of Innocence'
Directed film 'The Photo School'
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