Phil Borges
Phil Borges (born 1942) Humanitarian Photographer
Biographical Information
Borges has been a humanitarian photographer since the 1970s with his notable works being photographs of Tibetans who fled to Nepal including the Dalai Lama. He found inspiration from Ron Zak who encouraged central themes through 'bodies of work'. This led to Phil Borges's signature style of black and white portraits with the subject's skin toned in. His largest influences were Irving Penn and Edward Curtis. Among several humanitarian efforts are: a project called Enduring Spirit for Amnesty International, documenting dental surgery for underpriviledged children, and perhaps most ambitious is BRIDGES to Understanding, "that connects children worldwide through digital storytelling".
Famous Works
- His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso
- Yama
- Sukulen
Books:
- Enduring Spirit
- Tibetan Portrait