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GOOD Pictures: Simple Living in Beautiful Australia

Rebecca Newman's series of photographs from Australia invite us to explore.

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By Jen MizgataMay 13, 2012
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GOOD Pictures features work by a new photographer each week, with a focus on up-and-coming artists. It is curated by Stephanie Gonot and Jennifer Mizgata.

Rebecca Newman's series of photographs from Australia invite us to explore. She blends portraits and landscapes, often focusing on older subjects. Whether crocheting on the porch, sorting beans at a weather-beaten table, or holding court in an antiquated shop full of beautifully painted vintage products, her subjects show the joys of a simple way of living in a beautiful place. A mix of dusty landscapes and exterior shots of people’s homes round out the series, giving us a sense of what it's like to wander the streets of Newman’s Australia.

See more of Newman's work on her website.

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