Matin Parr’s work is characterized by its criticism and analysis of different social classes and social values. This British artist uses irony and humor characteristic when to represent the harsh reality of the working class. In the 80’s, during the height of the Thatcher years, turned his eye and camera to the English middle class, families vacationing on the beach, with kids swimming and playing with garbage, on dirty and damaged beaches.
Some describe his art as insensitive while others appreciate his unsparing depictions of modern life. He studied at Manchester Polytechnic and in 1994 became a member of the international photographer´s collective Magnum. He has received awards, such as the Erich Salomon prize or in PhotoEspaña. He has published several books and has had numerous exhibitions mainly in Europe.
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