Henri Cartier-Bresson Biography

Henri Cartier-Bresson was a French photographer considered the father of modern photojournalism and a master of candid photography. An early adopter of the 35 mm format, he helped develop the 'street photography' or 'real life reportage' style that has influenced generations of photographers. His work is characterized by an intuitive capture of the decisive moment and an elegant sense of composition, elevating documentary photography to an art form.