Photography is, by its nature, exploitative. It's whether you use this process with a sense of responsibility or not. I feel that I do so. My conscience is clear. Martin Parr clearconscienceexploitative Change image and share on social
The idea of England in decline is very attractive. Martin Parr attractivedeclineengland Change image and share on social
You can't shoot in sepia, so converting into black and white and then into brown makes everything feel less real. Martin Parr blackbrownconvert Change image and share on social
I pride myself in being an aficionado of the British seaside. Throughout my career, I have visited and worked in many of the famous British resorts, from Great Yarmouth to Largs. Martin Parr aficionadobritishcareer Change image and share on social
The ability for us to laugh at ourselves is Britain's saving grace. Martin Parr abilitybritaingrace Change image and share on social
When I fly British Airways, I can't help but read the free Daily Mail, which makes me glad I am leaving the country. Martin Parr airwaybritishcountry Change image and share on social
My black-and-white work is more of a celebration, and the color work became more of a critique of society. Martin Parr blackcelebrationcolor Change image and share on social
The trouble with Hollywood films is that they always have a pleasant ending. Martin Parr endfilmhollywood Change image and share on social
You can easily take photographs at a wedding - no one would question it. But funerals are different. Martin Parr easilyfuneralphotograph Change image and share on social
I am a big fan of Jim Jarmusch, and I do love big screen documentaries. Martin Parr bigdocumentaryfan Change image and share on social