Max Dupain was a renowned Australian photographer who captured a bygone era of Australian society through his black-and-white photographs. His modernist approach to photography, characterised by sharp focus, varying angles, and creative compositions, allowed him to capture subjects in an abstract, direct, and symbolic way. Considered the pioneer of modernism in Australian photography, Dupain's work departed from sentimental, nostalgic imagery, instead showcasing a mastery of light and form that continues to influence photographers to this day. Dupain's works are hung in many major galleries including the National Gallery of Australia, with the limited edition photographs available as part of The Ilsley Collection printed, mounted and matted on archival material by Jill White from the original Max Dupain negative.