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Boys & Girls of Summer

Boys & Girls of Summer captures the many faces of "the beachgoer", an iconic part of Australian identity: the leather-skinned locals, the sunburnt Brits, the lovebirds, the iconoclasts, and the resplendent godlike figures, sunkissed and sparkling as they emerge from the crisp waters.

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World Photo Annual

2023

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People

Professional

Boys & Girls of Summer

Boys & Girls of Summer captures the many faces of "the beachgoer", an iconic part of Australian identity: the leather-skinned locals, the sunburnt Brits, the lovebirds, the iconoclasts, and the resplendent godlike figures, sunkissed and sparkling as they emerge from the crisp waters.

About Artist

Dominique Pierre-Nina

Dominique Pierre-Nina is a passionate photographer with a preference for film and dark room processing. Originally from Mauritius, he became interested in photography when he lived in London, in the era when the main access to high art photography was through magazines, especially fashion. In 2008, Dominique studied at Point Light Gallery in Sydney under the guidance of Gordon Undy, as well as taking a masterclass with Ralph Gibson. With the encouragement of his friend and now world-famous sports photographer, Cameron Spencer of Getty Images, Dominique bought his first camera, a Nikon FM2, and he was hooked. He likens photography to surfing, where you're always chasing the perfect wave. It only comes along every so often, but you keep going out there, seeking... You can follow Dominique's evolving work on instagram @pierreninaphotography and feel free to get in touch via [email protected].

Dominique Pierre-Nina

Photographic Areas of Focus

Abstract, Film/Analog, Landscapes, Minimalism, Nude, People, Portrait, Still Life, Street, Travel

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