Mary Ellen Mark

Falkland Road remains one of the most powerful and rewarding experiences of my photographic life, not only because of its visual richness but also because of my extraordinary friendships and adventures with these women. - Mary Ellen Mark On her very first trip to India in 1968, Mary Ellen Mark visited Falkland Road, the notorious red-light area in Mumbai. She...

In the fourth instalment of The Photography Workshop Series, Mary Ellen Mark (1940-2015)—well known for the emotional power of her pictures, whether of people or animals—offers her insight on observing the world and capturing dramatic moments that reveal more than the reality at hand. The Aperture Foundation collaborates with the world's top photographers to distil their creative approaches, teachings, and...