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The Power of Photography: A Fireside Chat With Steve McCurry

March 31, 2021 – At its best, photography acts as a window into another culture, framing people and their daily lives in a way that is not only visually dazzling but conveys some truth about their world and their stories. In this fireside chat hosted by Asia Society Southern California, gallerist Peter Fetterman interviews world-renowned photographer Steve McCurry, who shares behind-the-camera ‌stories of his time in India and experiences of travel throughout Asia. (57 min., 33 sec.)

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