Publisher/Thames & Hudson

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Homeland is a collection of works by Belgian photographer Harry Gruard (1941-). Renowned as a pioneer of color photography in Europe, Gruard has pursued vibrant colors and compositions in India, Morocco, Egypt, and elsewhere. In this book, he turns his camera to his "homeland," Belgium, to rediscover familiar landscapes, cities, suburbs, and countryside that he had overlooked for many years, using a pop art-influenced palette. Neon-lit streets, suburban homes, pre-dawn harbors, and countless other Belgian "everyday" moments are depicted in cinematic, jewel-like tones. Black-and-white works from the 1970s are also included, highlighting the shifting perspectives of color expression and the monochrome era. With over 170 images across 56 pages, this ambitious work further enhances its documentary value, reaffirming Gruard's diverse perspectives and the potential of the photographic medium.