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Edward Burtynsky Photography

Canadian, b. 1955

Edward Burtynsky is regarded as one of the world’s most accomplished contemporary photographers. He was born in St. Catharines, Ontario, in 1955 and is based in Toronto. His photographs are included in the collections of over sixty major museums around the world, including the National Gallery of Canada; the Museum of Modern Art, New York; the Reina Sofia Museum, Madrid; the Tate Modern, London and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, California. Exhibitions include Anthropocene (2018) at the Art Gallery of Ontario and the National Gallery of Canada (international touring exhibition); Water (2013) at the New Orleans Museum of Art & Contemporary Art Center, New Orleans, (international touring exhibition) and Oil (2009) at the Corcoran Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. (touring 2009-2014). Awards and distinctions include the TED Prize, the Governor General's Award in Visual Media Arts, The Outreach award at the Rencontres d’Arles, and the Roloff Beny Book award.

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Artist: Edward Burtynsky
AMARC #3, Davis-Monthan SFB, Tucson, Arizona, 2006
AMARC #3, Davis-Monthan SFB, Tucson, Arizona, 2006

AMARC #3, Davis-Monthan SFB, Tucson, Arizona, 2006

By Edward Burtynsky

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Edward Burtynsky is Canada’s most successful photographer. Burtynsky's images reveal a planet altered by human ambition. For nearly a decade (1999-2008), he focused on his "Oil" ser...

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Early 2000s Contemporary Edward Burtynsky Photography

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Dryland Farming #25, Monegros County, Aragon, Spain, 2010
Dryland Farming #25, Monegros County, Aragon, Spain, 2010

Dryland Farming #25, Monegros County, Aragon, Spain, 2010

By Edward Burtynsky

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) is one of Canada's most successful photographers. A noted filmmaker, entrepreneur, and environmental advocate, Burtynsky is known internationally for his i...

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2010s Contemporary Edward Burtynsky Photography

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Phosphor Tailings Pond #4, Near Lakeland, Florida, USA – Edward Burtynsky
Phosphor Tailings Pond #4, Near Lakeland, Florida, USA – Edward Burtynsky

Phosphor Tailings Pond #4, Near Lakeland, Florida, USA – Edward Burtynsky

By Edward Burtynsky

Located in Zurich, CH

Edward BURTYNSKY (*1955, Canada) Phosphor Tailings Pond #4, Near Lakeland, Florida, USA, 2012 Pigment inkjet print on Kodak Professional Photo Paper Sheet: 148,6 x 198 cm (58 1/2 x 7...

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2010s Contemporary Edward Burtynsky Photography

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Pigment

Shipbreaking #2 Field Proof
Shipbreaking #2 Field Proof

Shipbreaking #2 Field Proof

By Edward Burtynsky

Located in Toronto, Ontario

This is one of the most curious Edward Burtynsky images we have handled to date. A striking photograph that reveals the photographer's process, but also demonstrates his willingness ...

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Early 2000s Contemporary Edward Burtynsky Photography

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C Print

The Royal Alexandra Theatre Portfolio, 2007
The Royal Alexandra Theatre Portfolio, 2007

The Royal Alexandra Theatre Portfolio, 2007

By Edward Burtynsky

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) is one of Canada's most successful photographers. A noted filmmaker, entrepreneur, and environmental advocate, Burtynsky is known internationally for his ...

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Early 2000s Contemporary Edward Burtynsky Photography

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Mines #18: Crean Hill Mine, Sudbury, Ontario, 1985
Mines #18: Crean Hill Mine, Sudbury, Ontario, 1985

Mines #18: Crean Hill Mine, Sudbury, Ontario, 1985

By Edward Burtynsky

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) is one of Canada's most successful photographers. He is internationally renowned for his large-format photographs documenting the ramifications of industry...

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1980s Contemporary Edward Burtynsky Photography

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C Print

Salt Pan #9, Little Rann of Kitch, Gujarat, India, 2016
Salt Pan #9, Little Rann of Kitch, Gujarat, India, 2016

Salt Pan #9, Little Rann of Kitch, Gujarat, India, 2016

By Edward Burtynsky

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) is one of Canada’s most internationally renowned photographers. A noted filmmaker, entrepreneur and environmental advocate, Burtynsky is best known intern...

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2010s Contemporary Edward Burtynsky Photography

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C Print

Iberia Quarries #2, Bencatel, Portugal, 2006
Iberia Quarries #2, Bencatel, Portugal, 2006

Iberia Quarries #2, Bencatel, Portugal, 2006

By Edward Burtynsky

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) is Canada's most successful photographer. Through masterful technique and frequently dizzying compositions, Burtynsky presents thought-provoking inquiries...

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Early 2000s Contemporary Edward Burtynsky Photography

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Circle, West Virginia, Fall 1982
Circle, West Virginia, Fall 1982

Circle, West Virginia, Fall 1982

By Edward Burtynsky

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) is one of Canada's most successful photographers. He is internationally renowned for his large-format photographs documenting the ramifications of industry...

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1980s Contemporary Edward Burtynsky Photography

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Iberia Quarries #3, Paradais, Portugal, 2006
Iberia Quarries #3, Paradais, Portugal, 2006

Iberia Quarries #3, Paradais, Portugal, 2006

By Edward Burtynsky

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) is Canada's most successful photographer. A noted filmmaker, entrepreneur and environmental advocate, Burtynsky is best known internationally for his larg...

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Early 2000s Contemporary Edward Burtynsky Photography

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C Print

Alberta Oil Sands #10, Fort McMurray, Alberta, 2007
Alberta Oil Sands #10, Fort McMurray, Alberta, 2007

Alberta Oil Sands #10, Fort McMurray, Alberta, 2007

By Edward Burtynsky

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Edward Burtynsky is one of Canada’s most internationally renowned photographers. For nearly a decade (1999-2008) Burtynsky focused on his "Oil" series which depicted the production ...

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Early 2000s Contemporary Edward Burtynsky Photography

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C Print

Wushan #3, Three Gorges Dam Project, Yangtze River, China, 2002
Wushan #3, Three Gorges Dam Project, Yangtze River, China, 2002

Wushan #3, Three Gorges Dam Project, Yangtze River, China, 2002

By Edward Burtynsky

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) is one of Canada's most successful photographers. He is internationally renowned for his large-format photographs documenting the ramifications of industr...

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Early 2000s Contemporary Edward Burtynsky Photography

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C Print

Railcuts #4
Railcuts #4

Railcuts #4

By Edward Burtynsky

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) is one of Canada's most successful photographers. A noted filmmaker, entrepreneur, and environmental advocate, Burtynsky is known internationally for his ...

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1980s Contemporary Edward Burtynsky Photography

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C Print

Silver Lake Operations #3, Lake Lefroy, Western Australia, 2007
Silver Lake Operations #3, Lake Lefroy, Western Australia, 2007

Silver Lake Operations #3, Lake Lefroy, Western Australia, 2007

By Edward Burtynsky

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Edward Burtynsky (b. 1955) is one of Canada’s most acclaimed photographers. He is well-known for his captivating large-scale photographs documenting the ramifications of industrial ...

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Early 2000s Edward Burtynsky Photography

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Silver Lake Operations #2, Lake Lefroy, Western Australia, 2007
Silver Lake Operations #2, Lake Lefroy, Western Australia, 2007

Silver Lake Operations #2, Lake Lefroy, Western Australia, 2007

By Edward Burtynsky

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Edward Burtynsky is one of Canada’s most acclaimed photographers. He is well-known for his captivating large-scale photographs documenting the ramifications of industrial production...

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Early 2000s Edward Burtynsky Photography

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