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Langley

NASA Langley Research Center was founded in 1917 and established the building blocks of aeronautics. The Langley Research Center help change the shape of aircrafts allowing jets to fly at supersonic speeds. NASA Langley is still in operation today.

Very refreshing interview here

Guariglia + Chen video

http://www.guariglia-chen.com

Since 2004, Lens Culture has recorded audio interviews and conversations with some of
the most interesting and thought-provoking photographers around the world.

It’s great to hear these articulate artists speaking directly about their own work — and sharing their
ideas about photography in general. Enjoy!

Links to a talk and slideshow given by Todd Hido here.

And on the road with Mr Hido.

Richard Avedon v Charlie Rose – October 5, 1993

Acclaimed photographer Richard Avedon discusses his 50-year career capturing the images of politicians and celebrities, the rise of portraiture, and the role of humanity in photography. He also talks about some of his more memorable experiences and his new book “An Autobiography”.

Richard Avedon / BBC World News America

Avedon had access to world leaders and through his special technique, could show us powerful people with their public mask removed. Portraits of Power is showing through January 25, 2009 and the Corcoran Gallery in Washington, D.C. We hear from the organizer, Paul Roth, curator of photography and the modern arts.