Switzerland, Photographer April 26, 1916 – May, 16, 1954.
Werner Bischof was a Swiss photographer and photojournalist. He became a full member of Magnum Photos in 1949, the first new photographer to join its original founders. Bischof's book Japan (1954) was awarded the Prix Nadar in 1955.
Also known as Photojournalist
I felt compelled to venture forth and explore the true face of the world. Leading a satisfying life of plenty had blinded many of us to the immense hardships beyond our borders.
I am powerless against the great magazines - I am an artist, and I will always be that.
I believe it is one of our biggest tasks - the task of our life - to do everything possible to counter poverty and to build a freedom-loving future.
In the long run I don't think anyone can overlook these images of hunger, that people can ignore all my pictures - no, definitely not. And even if only a vague impression remains, in time this will create a basis that will help people distinguish between what is good and what is objectionable.
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