Born in Tehran, Iran, in 1978, Babak Tafreshi discovered his passion for photography as a teenager, inspired by stargazing through a neighbour’s telescope. Now based in Boston, he founded The World at Night (TWAN) in 2007 to promote dark...

Nick Brandt, born in 1964 in London, England, transitioned to photography in his 30s after a successful career directing music videos, including for Michael Jackson. His passion for photography was ignited by the landscapes and wildlife of Tanzania. He...

Pieter Hugo, born in 1976 in Johannesburg, South Africa, began his photography career in his 20s after working in Cape Town’s film industry. His breakthrough came with Hyena Men (2005), a series that captured global attention for its raw...

Henry Hargreaves, born in Christchurch, New Zealand, moved to Brooklyn, NY, in his 20s. His 15-year career began with a detour into fashion photography before evolving into a unique blend of culinary curiosity and irreverence. Key milestones include his...

Julia Anna Gospodarou, born in Athens, Greece, blends her architectural roots with a deep passion for photography. With a Master’s in Architecture, she began her career sketching buildings, later transitioning to capture them through a lens. Over 15 years,...