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Photo files : an Australian photography reader
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Photo files : an Australian photography reader

by Blair French

This collection of essays from the journal Photofile examines the work of significant Australian photoartists from the late twentieth century. It explores themes of national identity, race, and representation, alongside the relationship between fine art and visual culture.

Accession 25094 ISBN 1864870532 Publisher Australian Centre for Photography
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