TIM PAGE’S NAM: Through the lens of an Anti-War Photographer (Melbourne)

TIM PAGE’S NAM: Through the lens of an Anti-War Photographer

Leica proudly presents the works of Tim Page - award-winning photographer best known for his documentation of war time in Vietnam. This special exhibition commemorates the 50th anniversary of the end of Australia's involvement in the Vietnam War.

(image above, credit: Stephen Dupont)

BRIEF

Tim Page (1944-2022) was a photojournalist and counter-culture figure who achieved lasting fame for his daring exploits during the Vietnam war and his ‘gonzo’ reputation covering the psychedelic and music scenes of the 1960s and 70s, chiefly in America.

It is hard to think of another more wide-ranging, eclectic and historically important photo collection by a single photographer than Tim Page’s, spanning nearly 60 years of war and peace between roughly 1962 - 2022. As we move into an era of ‘post-truth’ and ‘deep fakes’, historical archives like Tim Page’s give us an anchor to verifiable truth and real social history with images we can trust, images that will always move us.

Page was more than just the most famous rock’n’roll war photographer in history - he hoped that by bearing witness to the savagery and injustice of war his would be a voice of peace. His lasting motto remains “the only good war photograph is an anti-war photograph”.

EVENT RESTRICTIONS

Entry to this event is restricted to persons aged 18 years and above only. In accordance with Australian venue, police and liquor licensing requirements, the only acceptable forms of identification are:

- A current photo driver's license.

- Current Passport.

- An accepted Proof of Age card.

Leica Camera Australia Pty Ltd reserves the right to refuse entry or expel any attendees from this event at any time, at its sole discretion without warning or justification.

WARNING: Some images may depict sensitive subject/s relating to death, war and suffering that may offend some viewers. Viewer discretion is advised.

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