By Katie Rex
Document Journal
Edward Burtynsky’s 'The Great Acceleration' positions images as stark reminders that the decisions we make now will define the future of life on Earth
In the age of social media, perspective is everything. We use images to boast our access to spaces and experiences, to represent our lives with signals of relatability or exclusivity. For over 40 years, Edward Burtynsky’s photographs have used the privileges granted by perspective and access to chronicle the relentless effects human industry has on global society and the environment. Burtynsky’s visual syntax provides more clarity than ever, transcending the limits of a screen to deliver scenes and immersive murals that provoke urgency and inspire a meticulous gauge of reality.
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