Christmas time through photography

Christmas is a state of mind and what artists usually do is to express this inner state of mind, their emotions, and their view of the world through their artworks. Photographers as well, often work upon the idea of Christmas as it is a dominant notion in the west culture. On the occasion of the day, let us see a few photographs from well-known photographers that express alternative views towards the meaning and content of Christmas. In[+]frame wishes to you all the best and a happy new year!

Dennis Stock, 1961

Richard Kalvar, 2004.

Alex Webb, 1992

Leonard Freed, 1964

Thomas Hoepker, 1963

Bruce Davidson, 1966

Thomas Hepker, 1986.

Inge Morath, 1960.

Martin Parr, 1974.

Chris Steele-Perkins, 1987.

"...Happy, happy Christmas, that can win us back to the delusions of our childhood days, recall to the old man the pleasures of his youth, and transport the traveler back to his own fireside and quiet home!"

Charles Dickens

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