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Not Only Black + Sydney Dream, Nude Australian Olympian Photography
By Marcello Grand
Paperback
Description
Title: Not Only Black + Sydney Dream, Nude Australian Olympian Photography
Author/Publisher: Marcello Grand (Publisher Unknown)
Publication Year: Unknown
Format: Illustrated Paperback
A special issue of Not Only Black + White featuring nude photography of Australian Olympic Athletes. Published between 1992 and 2007 Black+White was a coffee table format magazine which featured work from some of the world’s top photographers, often nude or semi-nude portraiture, together with interviews with photographers and celebrities and articles on popular culture and current events. Sydney : Studio Magazines, 2000, 235 p. : chiefly ill. ; 33 cm.
Synopsis
This compelling photographic work by Marcello Grand captures a unique moment in Australian culture, focusing on the human form of Australian Olympians. The title, 'Not Only Black + Sydney Dream,' suggests a connection to a broader artistic movement or series, particularly highlighting the 'Sydney Dream' era.
The collection delves into the realm of nude photography, presenting Australian athletes in an intimate and artistic light. As an illustrated non-fiction volume intended for adults, it offers a distinctive visual narrative from a period of national sporting pride and cultural exploration.
- Nude Olympian Portraits: A central theme of this work is the striking portraiture of Australian Olympic athletes. These photographs present the sporting body as a subject of art, captured in a raw and expressive manner.
- Marcello Grand's Vision: Authored by Marcello Grand, the book showcases his distinctive photographic style. His artistry is applied to reveal the strength, vulnerability, and beauty of the human physique.
- The Sydney Dream Era: Implicitly linked to the period surrounding the Sydney Olympic Games, this collection evokes the spirit of a significant cultural moment. It offers a unique artistic perspective on the athletes who embodied the 'Sydney Dream'.
This first edition stands as a fascinating and provocative piece for collectors of contemporary Australian photography, sports memorabilia, and those interested in the artistic representation of the human form within a national context.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Very Good condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Paperback |
| Condition | Very Good |
| Type | Not Specified |
| Topic | Photographers |
| Signed | No |
| Edition | 1st Edition |
| Vintage | No |
| Features | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | Not Only Black + Sydney Dream |
| Personalised | No |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
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