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Discover contemporary Photographs on Artmajeur

Contemporary photographs are a type of original artwork that have gained popularity in recent years. They are created using a variety of supports, such as paper, canvas, metal, and even acrylic. These supports are then combined with materials such as ink, pigment, and dye to create stunning images that capture the essence of the subject matter. What makes contemporary photographs unique is their ability to convey a range of emotions and ideas, from joy and wonder to sadness and despair. They can be abstract, realistic, or somewhere in between, and are often used to tell a story or make a statement about the world around us. As such, contemporary photographs are an important part of modern art and continue to inspire and captivate audiences around the globe.

Photography,  60x40 cm
Bloom II Photography, 60x40 cm
©2023 Cyrille Mulot

Origins and History

The invention of the daguerreotype process by Louis Daguerre in 1839 revolutionized the art form, making it more accessible to the masses. The advent of color photography in the 1930s and the introduction of the first digital camera in 1975 marked significant milestones in the evolution of photography.

Photography,  60x40 cm
Hanging on the light 2 Photography, 60x40 cm
©2018 Elsa Lunghini

Evolutions of theses works in the contemporary art market

Contemporary photographs have evolved greatly in recent years, with advancements in technology and a shift in artistic perspective. The use of digital cameras and editing software has allowed for more experimentation and manipulation of images, leading to a wide variety of styles and techniques. The importance of contemporary photographs in the art market cannot be overstated, as they have become increasingly popular among collectors and institutions.

Photography,  80x80 cm
Enjoy the nightmare 3/3 Photography, 80x80 cm
©2021 Bettina Dupont

Related Famous Artists

Contemporary photography has seen a surge in popularity in recent years, as artists experiment with new techniques and styles to capture the world around them. Here are a few well-known artists whose work has made a significant impact in the field of contemporary photography.

  1. Cindy Sherman - Known for her self-portraits, Sherman’s work explores themes of identity, gender, and the construction of the self. Her photographs often feature herself in various costumes and poses, challenging the viewer to question their own assumptions about gender and identity.

  2. Nan Goldin - Goldin’s work is known for its raw and intimate portrayal of her personal life and relationships. Her photographs often depict her friends and lovers in candid moments, capturing the beauty and pain of human connection.

  3. Andres Serrano - Serrano’s controversial work often explores themes of religion, sexuality, and violence. His most famous photograph, "Piss Christ," features a crucifix submerged in the artist’s own urine, sparking controversy and debate about the role of art in society.

  4. Wolfgang Tillmans - Tillmans’ work is characterized by its experimentation with form and technique. His abstract photographs often explore the relationship between light and color, creating beautiful and otherworldly images that challenge the viewer’s perception of reality.

  5. Vik Muniz - Muniz’s work often involves the use of unconventional materials, such as chocolate or garbage, to create intricate and detailed images. His photographs often blur the line between photography and sculpture, challenging the viewer to question their own assumptions about the nature of art.

These photographers have all made significant contributions to the field of contemporary photography, pushing the boundaries of what is possible and challenging us to see the world in new and unexpected ways.

Photography,  90x61 cm
Geist Photography, 90x61 cm
©2020 Lídia Vives

Notable contemporary Photographs

One of the most iconic contemporary photographs is "Migrant Mother" by Dorothea Lange, taken in 1936 during the Great Depression. The photograph depicts a woman and her children sitting in a tent, their weary and desperate expressions telling the story of poverty and hardship. It has become a symbol of the struggles faced by the working class during that time.

Another well-known photograph is "Afghan Girl" by Steve McCurry, taken in 1984. The photograph features a young girl with piercing green eyes, who became an emblem of the plight of Afghan refugees during the Soviet-Afghan War. The intensity of her gaze has made her one of the most recognizable faces in the world.

In 1991, Andres Serrano created controversy with his photograph "Piss Christ". The artwork features a small plastic crucifix submerged in a glass of the artist’s urine. It sparked debates about religious iconography and freedom of expression, and remains a polarizing piece to this day.

Annie Leibovitz’s 1991 photograph of a nude, pregnant Demi Moore on the cover of Vanity Fair also caused a stir. The photograph challenged traditional notions of beauty and femininity, and sparked discussions about the sexualization and objectification of women’s bodies.

Finally, in 2015, the photograph "Earthrise" taken by William Anders during the Apollo 8 mission in 1968, was named by Time Magazine as one of the 100 most influential photographs of all time. The photograph shows the Earth rising over the moon’s horizon, and has become a symbol of environmentalism and the fragility of the planet.

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Photography titled "Bloom II" by Cyrille Mulot, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
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Bloom II - Photography, 60x40 cm ©2023 by Cyrille Mulot - Figurative, figurative-594, Female nudes, nu, nu féminin, femme, tournesol, naked, tournesols, sunflowers, jaune, yellow, fleurs, cyrille mulot, seins

Cyrille Mulot

"Bloom II"

Photography | 60x40 cm

HK$15,486.07
Photography titled "Geist" by Lídia Vives, Original Artwork, Manipulated Photography
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Geist - Photography, 90x61 cm ©2020 by Lídia Vives - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, Religion, gold, mixed media, black, dark, nude

Lídia Vives

"Geist"

Photography | 90x61 cm

HK$32,945
Photography titled "Symbiosis" by Michel Tavella (INDIGO), Original Artwork, Digital Photography
Symbiosis - Photography, 50x50 cm ©2023 by Michel Tavella (INDIGO) - Spiritual Art, spiritual-art-1040, Dark Fantasy, noir, blanc, black, white, fineart, photographie, photography, minimalisme, dark, fantaisy, bird, tree, arbre, oiseau, nuage, sky, cloud

Michel Tavella (INDIGO)

"Symbiosis"

Photography | 50x50 cm

HK$11,287.2
Photography titled "La carga del agua" by Oriol Jolonch, Original Artwork, Manipulated Photography
La carga del agua - Photography, 60x80 cm ©2023 by Oriol Jolonch - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Landscape, surrealism, black and white, storm, clouds, surreal photography, concept photography, surreal art, fine art photography, oneiric photography

Oriol Jolonch

"La carga del agua"

Photography | 60x80 cm

HK$10,204.75
Photography titled "Impuissance" by Samuel Dougados, Original Artwork, Digital Photography Mounted on Aluminium
Impuissance - Photography, 100x100 cm ©2008 by Samuel Dougados - Geometric, geometric-572, Beach, beach art, dougados, sable, plage, surf, spirale

Samuel Dougados

"Impuissance"

Photography | 100x100 cm

HK$24,835.33
Photography titled "Contractions" by Jacques Jégo, Original Artwork, Non Manipulated Photography
Contractions - Photography, 54x70 cm ©2023 by Jacques Jégo - bois, arbre, tronc

Jacques Jégo

"Contractions"

Photography | 54x70 cm

HK$11,217.36
Photography titled "THE NATURE IS COLOU…" by Manuel Barth, Original Artwork, Manipulated Photography Mounted on Aluminium
THE NATURE IS COLOURFUL 7... // Limited Edition 1 of 10 - Photography, 70x105 cm ©2023 by Manuel Barth - Abstract, abstract-570, Animal, fish, fisch, animal, tier, bunt, colourful, abstrakt, minimalism

Manuel Barth

"THE NATURE IS COLOURFUL 7... // Limited Edition 1 of 10"

Photography | 70x105 cm

HK$29,217.52
Photography titled "Asphodel_" by Yevgeniy Repiashenko, Original Artwork, Digital Print
Asphodel_ - Photography, 51x51 cm ©2020 by Yevgeniy Repiashenko - Figurative, figurative-594, Dance, Ballet, Ballerina, Dance, Dancer, Skirt, Dress, Elegant, Unique, Spirit, Theatre, point shoes, white, flower, split, aesthetic, abstract, grace

Yevgeniy Repiashenko

"Asphodel_"

Photography | 51x51 cm

HK$7,725.58
Photography titled "Ténèbres scène 1" by Hazelshade, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
Ténèbres scène 1 - Photography, 60x40 cm ©2022 by Hazelshade - femme, forêt, automne, hiver, obscurité, glamour, élegance, seule, peur, solitude, balade, campagne, nuit

Hazelshade

"Ténèbres scène 1"

Photography | 60x40 cm

HK$27,262.12
Photography titled "Blanche Neige" by Luz, Original Artwork, Analog photography
Blanche Neige - Photography, 50x75 cm ©2006 by Luz - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Cartoon, Disney, contes, enfants, caricature, argentique

Luz

"Blanche Neige"

Photography | 50x75 cm

HK$23,403.7
Photography titled "Les bulles" by Bruno Bisanti, Original Artwork, Digital Photography Mounted on Aluminium
Les bulles - Photography, 60x90 cm ©2023 by Bruno Bisanti - Abstract, abstract-570, bulle, couleur, photographie, abstrait

Bruno Bisanti

"Les bulles"

Photography | 60x90 cm

HK$19,824.62
Photography titled "COCON 2" by Élodie Chapuis, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
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COCON 2 - Photography, 45x30 cm ©2015 by Élodie Chapuis - Female nudes

Élodie Chapuis

"COCON 2"

Photography | 45x30 cm

HK$3,160.07
Photography titled "Hanging on the ligh…" by Elsa Lunghini, Original Artwork, Digital Photography Mounted on Aluminium
Hanging on the light 2 - Photography, 60x40 cm ©2018 by Elsa Lunghini - Figurative, figurative-594, Architecture

Elsa Lunghini

"Hanging on the light 2"

Photography | 60x40 cm

HK$15,686.85
Photography titled "Autres routes - Dix…" by Jean Turco, Original Artwork, Analog photography Mounted on Aluminium
Autres routes - Dix décembre vingt-trois - Venise / Milan - Photography, 60x120 cm ©2023 by Jean Turco -

Jean Turco

"Autres routes - Dix décembre vingt-trois - Venise / Milan"

Photography | 60x120 cm

HK$49,565.91
Photography titled "Piece Peace" by Astr, Original Artwork, Digital Photography Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
Piece Peace - Photography, 100x200 cm ©2023 by Astr -

Astr

"Piece Peace"

Photography | 100x200 cm

HK$24,154.43
Photography titled "Moody Rose" by Clara Diebler, Original Artwork, Analog photography Mounted on Metal
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Moody Rose - Photography, 75x50 cm ©2023 by Clara Diebler - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Female nudes, black and white, nude, double exposure, analog, photographie argentique, woman, rose, beauty

Clara Diebler

"Moody Rose"

Photography | 75x50 cm

HK$10,824.54
Photography titled "The butterfly Idyll." by Dmitry Ersler, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
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The butterfly Idyll. - Photography, 55.9x76.2 cm ©2023 by Dmitry Ersler - Classicism, classicism-933, Erotic Nudes, woman, topless, erotic, butterfly, nu, naked, glamour, moth, fineart, girl

Dmitry Ersler

"The butterfly Idyll."

Photography | 55.9x76.2 cm

HK$10,406.83
Photography titled "SHOP WINDOW #53. AF…" by Marta Lesniakowska, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
SHOP WINDOW #53. AFTER IMOGEN CUNNINGHAM - Photography, 40x40 cm ©2023 by Marta Lesniakowska - Street Art, street-art-624, City, street, shop window, Imogen Cunningham, city

Marta Lesniakowska

"SHOP WINDOW #53. AFTER IMOGEN CUNNINGHAM"

Photography | 40x40 cm

HK$18,096.18
Photography titled "série "envers" 17" by Nicolas Lespagnol, Original Artwork, Non Manipulated Photography Mounted on Alumin…
série "envers" 17 - Photography, 70x140 cm ©2023 by Nicolas Lespagnol - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, Nature, art, nature, landscape, paysage, envers, bizarre, courbe, soleil, space, espace, abstraction, abstrait

Nicolas Lespagnol

"série "envers" 17"

Photography | 70x140 cm

HK$25,123.4
Photography titled "Pushkin" by Ivan Cheremisin, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
Pushkin - Photography, 119x84 cm ©2023 by Ivan Cheremisin - Surrealism, surrealism-627, Portrait, surrealism, portrait, girl, nature, bay, Vietnam, Unesco, multiple exposure, double exposure, Pushkin

Ivan Cheremisin

"Pushkin"

Photography | 119x84 cm

HK$9,825.13
Photography titled "At the speed of lig…" by Michel Perrin, Original Artwork, Analog photography
At the speed of light - Photography, 60x119 cm ©2023 by Michel Perrin - Abstract, abstract-570, Abstract

Michel Perrin

"At the speed of light"

Photography | 60x119 cm

HK$13,076.27
Photography titled "Ponny" by Simple-T, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
Ponny - Photography, 60x40 cm ©2014 by Simple-T - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Colorful

Simple-T

"Ponny"

Photography | 60x40 cm

HK$6,363.78
Photography titled "Turbulence tranquil…" by Henri Odabas, Original Artwork, Analog photography
Turbulence tranquille - Photography, 60x60 cm ©1990 by Henri Odabas - Impressionism, impressionism-603, Seascape, ocean, coucher soleil, doré, nuages, mer, turbulence, vents, impressionniste, expressionniste, vagues, horizon

Henri Odabas

"Turbulence tranquille"

Photography | 60x60 cm

HK$9,738.92
Photography titled "Between two poses (…" by Henri Cartier Bresson, Original Artwork, Lithography
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Between two poses (Print by Magnum Photography 1999) - Photography, 34x44.5 cm ©1989 by Henri Cartier Bresson - Female nudes, Henri Cartier Bresson, Nude, woman, black and white photo, photography, magnum photos

Henri Cartier Bresson

"Between two poses (Print by Magnum Photography 1999)"

Photography | 34x44.5 cm

HK$2,383.14
Photography titled "Enjoy the nightmare…" by Bettina Dupont, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
Enjoy the nightmare 3/3 - Photography, 80x80 cm ©2021 by Bettina Dupont - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, Dark Fantasy, femme, grand format, photographie, lit, robe, rouge

Bettina Dupont

"Enjoy the nightmare 3/3"

Photography | 80x80 cm

HK$63,061.66
Photography titled "No title (No45)_" by Suki Da, Original Artwork, Digital Print
No title (No45)_ - Photography, 120x80 cm ©2020 by Suki Da - Figurative, figurative-594, Nude, Japan, Japanese, Rope, Bondage, Shibari, master, rigger, nude, erotic, erotique, asia, asian, woman, geisha, kinbaku, nacked

Suki Da

"No title (No45)_"

Photography | 120x80 cm

HK$26,764.54
Photography titled "Feelings" by Viktoria Saveleva, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
Feelings - Photography, 100x75 cm ©2023 by Viktoria Saveleva - Figurative, figurative-594, Female nudes, bode, girl, freedom, ocean, black and white, underwer, aesthetics, forms, bends

Viktoria Saveleva

"Feelings"

Photography | 100x75 cm

HK$14,534.5
Photography titled "Something To Watch" by Carlos Canet Fortea, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
Something To Watch - Photography, 101x152 cm ©2023 by Carlos Canet Fortea - Figurative, figurative-594, Nature, seascape, landscape, water, blue, grass, green

Carlos Canet Fortea

"Something To Watch"

Photography | 101x152 cm

HK$24,617.09
Photography titled "The noise of silence" by Enzo Crispino, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
The noise of silence - Photography, 34x45 cm ©2017 by Enzo Crispino - Figurative, figurative-594, Beach, paesaggio, mare, spiaggia inverno

Enzo Crispino

"The noise of silence"

Photography | 34x45 cm

HK$14,927.39
Photography titled "Barriga." by Wolfgang Uhlig, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
Barriga. - Photography, 90x120 cm ©2023 by Wolfgang Uhlig - Minimalism, minimalism-606, Landscape

Wolfgang Uhlig

"Barriga."

Photography | 90x120 cm

HK$38,499.43
Photography titled "Mushroom 5578" by Poetry And Geometry, Original Artwork, Digital Photography Mounted on Aluminium
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Mushroom 5578 - Photography, 80x60 cm ©2023 by Poetry And Geometry - Figurative, figurative-594, Female nudes, graphique, nu, abstract, noir et blanc

Poetry And Geometry

"Mushroom 5578"

Photography | 80x60 cm

HK$15,381.32
Photography titled "Milk shower" by Mathilde Oscar, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
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Milk shower - Photography, 90x60 cm ©2023 by Mathilde Oscar - Figurative, figurative-594, Female nudes

Mathilde Oscar

"Milk shower"

Photography | 90x60 cm

HK$13,065.27
Photography titled "Jeu de Dames....Qui…" by Philippe Berthier, Original Artwork, Manipulated Photography
Jeu de Dames....Qui perd gagne..... - Photography, 60x51 cm ©2023 by Philippe Berthier - Expressionism, expressionism-591, Female nudes, corps

Philippe Berthier

"Jeu de Dames....Qui perd gagne....."

Photography | 60x51 cm

HK$2,880.72
Photography titled "CHECKERS" by 23h35 Photographie, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
CHECKERS - Photography, 40x60 cm ©2022 by 23h35 Photographie - Geometric, geometric-572, Architecture, NOIR ET BLANC, ARCHITECTURE, BATIMENT

23h35 Photographie

"CHECKERS"

Photography | 40x60 cm

HK$2,828.35
Photography titled "The Black Divan" by Edgar Garces, Original Artwork, Digital Photography
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The Black Divan - Photography, 130x200 cm ©2021 by Edgar Garces - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, Pop Culture, big format, erotic, black and white, body, fine art, minimalism, photography, modern, post modern, gran formato

Edgar Garces

"The Black Divan"

Photography | 130x200 cm

HK$180,027.78
Photography titled "Mikrowelt, 2" by Aurore Millet, Original Artwork, Analog photography Mounted on Other rigid panel
Mikrowelt, 2 - Photography, 30x60 cm ©2020 by Aurore Millet - Abstract, abstract-570

Aurore Millet

"Mikrowelt, 2"

Photography | 30x60 cm

HK$18,410.44

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