Foreign Policy Live

How Platon Photographs Power

Jul 24, 2024
Platon, a celebrated British portraitist, is known for his stunning photographs of world leaders like Bill Clinton and Vladimir Putin. He discusses the art of capturing power through the lens, sharing insights on human emotion and authenticity in photography. Listeners will be intrigued by his anecdotes about the complexities of political resilience and the impact of minimalist settings in revealing character. Platon also reflects on the shared human experience and the photographic responsibility of shaping societal narratives.
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