Carl Bengtsson

Carl Bengtsson (1917-2006) was a Swedish photographer who is best known for his iconic images of the Swedish landscape. Born in Stockholm, Sweden, he began his career as a commercial photographer in the 1940s. He quickly developed a passion for capturing the beauty of nature and soon began to focus on landscape photography.

Bengtsson's work was highly acclaimed and he was awarded numerous awards throughout his career, including the Hasselblad Award in 1975 and the Royal Photographic Society's Gold Medal in 1982. His photographs have been exhibited around the world, including at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City and the Victoria & Albert Museum in London.

Bengtsson's work is characterized by its simplicity and attention to detail. He often used long exposures to capture subtle changes in light and color, creating images that are both beautiful and timeless. His photographs are often described as poetic, capturing a sense of tranquility and peace that is rarely found in modern photography.

Bengtsson's legacy lives on through his photographs which continue to inspire photographers around the world. His work has been featured in numerous books and magazines, including National Geographic Magazine, Life Magazine, and The New York Times Magazine. He is remembered as one of Sweden's most influential photographers whose work continues to be admired by generations of photographers today.