Stripping away the public persona to find the private human
In short: How do you capture the essence of a global icon without falling into the trap of celebrity tropes? Photographer Platon shares his process for documenting monumental figures through the lens of radical empathy.
Platon explores the art of portraiture by seeking to dismantle preconceived assumptions about famous individuals. By focusing on human connection, he aims to provide a window into a subject's true character rather than their public image.
The video features stories from his work with diverse figures including Michelle Obama, Pussy Riot, Vladimir Putin, and Muhammad Ali. His approach relies on the disarming power of empathy to evoke wonder and curiosity in the viewer.
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