Leonard Freed . World View

19 July bis 5 October 2008

“The more ambiguous a photograph is, the better. Otherwise, it would be propaganda.” Leonard Freed

Photographers are often sprinters. They capture their subject matter quickly, and then turn towards new goals. From this point of view, Leonard Freed is a long-distance runner who has pursued his projects over long periods of time. His photo documentaries took years to come to fruition. His quiet, respectful way of looking at life and people is what makes his work so fascinating, and what creates the visual power behind his poignant studies. They document a position that can be best described as “concerned photography.” Freed’s focus is not on stars, catastrophes, or spectacular events but on everyday situations, sensitive portraits of people in their individual social contexts.