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How did Arbus capture a rare psychological intensity in her work?

  • Using black and white film

  • By setting high ISO

  • Focusing on ordinary elements

  • By befriending her subjects

Answer

Arbus would befriend her subjects in order to capture a rare psychological intensity in her work. She would often photograph them in their homes or other personal spaces, and she would often spend time getting to know them before she took their picture. This allowed her to create photographs that were both intimate and revealing.
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