Henri Cartier-Bresson

Henri Cartier-Bresson (1908-2004) is widely considered to be one of the most influential, most transformational photographers ever to hold a camera. His street photography — and his focus on “the decisive moment” — continues to hold sway over the medium 20 years after his death. Cartier-Bresson was captured by the Nazis, escaped, and joined the French resistance. In 1947, he co-founded the groundbreaking Magnum photo agency. His work has received countless honors and has been exhibited at world’s foremost museums.