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The Swaying Tide - cover

The Swaying Tide

Pasquale De Marco

Publisher: Publishdrive

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In this stunning new book, we take a journey into the world of beauty, as seen through the lens of master photographer Alair Gomes. Gomes was a Brazilian photographer who dedicated his life to capturing the beauty of the male form. His work is a testament to the power of photography to elevate the ordinary to the extraordinary, and to reveal the beauty that is often hidden in plain sight.

Gomes's work is characterized by its intimacy and its focus on the human form. His black-and-white photographs capture the beauty of the male form in all its diversity, from the strength and power of youth to the grace and elegance of age. Gomes's work is not only a celebration of the male form, but also a reflection on the nature of beauty itself. He believed that beauty is not something that is fixed or unchanging, but rather something that is constantly evolving and changing. He also believed that beauty is not limited to the physical realm, but can also be found in the intellectual and spiritual realms.

This book is a celebration of Gomes's life and work, and a testament to the power of photography to capture and convey beauty. With over 150 stunning photographs, this book is a must-have for any fan of photography or anyone who appreciates the beauty of the human form.

**About the Author**

Alair Gomes was born in Rio de Janeiro in 1921. He was a self-taught photographer who began his career in the 1950s. He quickly gained recognition for his unique style of photography, which was characterized by its intimacy and its focus on the human form. Gomes's work was often controversial, but it was also highly praised by critics and collectors. He died in 1992, but his work continues to inspire and influence photographers today.


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Available since: 06/02/2025.
Print length: 158 pages.

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