Bieke Depoorter: As it may be [Hardcover]

Magnum photographer Bieke Depoorter has traveled to Egypt regularly since the beginning of the revolution in 2011, making intimate pictures of Egyptian families in their homes. In 2017, she revisited the country with the first draft of this book, inviting others to write comments directly onto the photographs. Contrasting views on country, religion, society, and photography arise between people who would otherwise never cross paths. The included booklet features all of the handwritten notes in the original Arabic as well as the English translations.As it may bedepicts a population in transition with integrity, commitment, and respect.

• A political artist book by one of Magnums mostexciting new voices
• An innovative contribution to the evolving languageof documentary photography
• Essential for every photobook collector