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Martin Parr, Pioneering British Documentary Photographer, Dies at 73

His foundation will partner with Magnum Photos to preserve his legacy.

Overview

  • The Martin Parr Foundation announced he died Saturday at home in Bristol, and the family requested privacy.
  • No details on the circumstances or cause were released, though Parr disclosed a myeloma diagnosis in 2021.
  • The foundation said it will work with Magnum Photos to preserve and share his work, with further information expected in due course.
  • Parr transformed documentary photography with saturated color in landmark series including The Last Resort, The Cost of Living and Small World.
  • His output spanned over 100 books and major museum collections; he joined Magnum in 1994, served as its president from 2013 to 2017, and received a CBE in 2021.