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Nature transformed through industry is a predominant theme in my work. I set course to intersect with a contemporary view of the great ages of man; from stone, to minerals, oil, transportation, silicon, and so on. To make these ideas visible I search for subjects that are rich in detail and scale yet open in their meaning. Recycling yards, mine tailings, quarries and refineries are all places that are outside of our normal experience, yet we partake of their output on a daily basis.

The industrial photography of Edward Burtynsky, hands down the best I've seen in quite a while. Very large formats and bright, vivid colors - obviously the way to go. Do not miss the Oil, Urban Mines, Ships and Three Gorges series.

Edward Burtynsky Photographic Works >