The article explores the legacy of photographer Peter Hujar through the reflections of several prominent creatives, including Nan Goldin. Goldin describes Hujar as a well-kept secret of downtown New York, whose work has gained more appreciation since his passing. She emphasizes the emotional depth of Hujar's photographs, from intimate portraits of animals to deeply personal depictions of friends. Goldin highlights how being photographed by Hujar felt intimate and transformative, showcasing the artist's unique ability to capture the essence of his subjects, making his work not only visually stunning but also deeply resonant.
Peter was a best-kept secret of downtown New York. He was not known in the wider world. He's known much better now than he was alive.
His photographs of animals are some of my favourite pictures... They are some of his most intimate pictures and have some of the greatest connection with their subject.
Peter was very quiet and seemed shy, but had a genius wit... It was as if being photographed by him was being made love to.
It's magical. It's another level. No one else could take a picture like that, and have it completely unpretentious.
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