Bair Presents in Toronto, Germany, and Switzerland – Information

Assistant Professor of Art History Nadya Bair not too long ago introduced “Photography Exhibitions and the Magnum Brand” on the Image Centre at Toronto Metropolitan University. The sold-out talk examined the creation of a few of the Magnum company’s early exhibitions and tasks, demonstrating “how such endeavours helped consolidate the idea of Magnum as a group of international, humanist photographers who followed their instincts and values rather than catering to the work of its clients.”

In July, Bair gave the keynote lecture at “The Study Days for Photography” (“Studientage”) specializing in “Photography and Movement,” held on the German Documentation Center for Art History/Bildarchiv Foto Marburg. Her speak examined the historical past of touring exhibitions organized by Cornell Capa previous to his creation of the International Center of Photography. The organizers of the Study Days defined that through the five-day seminar, “15 (post-)doctoral college students [are invited] to share and talk about their tasks with skilled researchers and curators in workshops and seminar teams.

“The aim of this format is to develop a theoretical framework, explore ways of accessing sources and clarify methodological questions,” the organizers mentioned. “In addition, we always invite a photographic artist to present his/her own work.”

Studientage additionally dedicates someday to images establishments and occasions within the wider area, permitting individuals to speak to curators and acquire insights into the follow of collections, museums and festivals. Three night public lectures are additionally a part of this system.

In June, Bair introduced at a convention on “World Tours and Globetrotters: Actors, Practices and Imaginaries,” hosted by the University of Geneva. Her speak was titled “From Photo Story Syndication to Traveling Exhibitions: Cornell Capa and the Reinvention of Documentary at the International Center of Photography (ICP).”