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5 Awesome Photography Documentaries you must checkout

Photography documentaries can be a great source of inspiration and education. With a wealth of knowledge from experienced photographers...photographers of any level can gain valuable information.


Here are 5 awesome photography documentaries streaming on Netflix in Australia at the time this article was written.

 

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Martha: A Picture Story (2019)

Martha Cooper captured the graffiti and street art movement in the '70s and '80s. Website


Tales by Light (2015)

The documentary follows filmmakers and photographers travelling the world capturing people, places, creatures and cultures. With 3 seasons of amazing inspiration and information. Website


LA Originals (2020)

Photographer Estevan Oriol along with artist Mister Cartoon turned their Chicano roots into gritty art, impacting street culture, hip hop and beyond. Website


The B-Side: Elsa Dorfman's Portrait Photography (2016)

This documentary probes the works of Elsa Dorfman's a Polaroid photographer who shot luminaries and regular folk alike. Website

 

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Abstract: The Art of Design (2017)

This documentary dives into many disciplines in design including photography, costume design, digital designs and more. Website


Check out the full episode for Abstract: The Art of Design | Platon: Photography | FULL EPISODE | Netflix



Here are a few additional documentaries from Tedx Talk you must check out.


How to find hidden stories in photography | Lucas Levitan


How Photography Saved My Life | Bryce Evans


Impossible photography | Erik Johansson


What Makes a Photograph Influential? | Kira Pollack


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