Sebastiao Salgado

About the Author

Sebastião Salgado is a renowned Brazilian photographer whose work captures the raw beauty and profound struggles of humanity and the natural world. Born in 1944 in Minas Gerais, Brazil, Salgado initially pursued a career in economics before discovering his passion for photography in the 1970s. His images, often in stark black and white, document social issues, environmental crises, and the resilience of people across continents, from famine-stricken regions in Africa to industrial landscapes in Europe and the Americas. Through his lens, Salgado advocates for global awareness and conservation, earning him prestigious awards including the World Press Photo and the Hasselblad Foundation Award. His long-term projects, such as the epic GENESIS series, explore untouched corners of the planet, reminding us of our fragile connection to Earth.