Alberto Korda

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/alberto-korda

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1. When was Alberto Korda born?September 14, 1928
2. Where was Alberto Korda born?Havana, Cuba
3. What is Alberto Korda known for?The iconic photograph 'Guerrillero Heroico' of Che Guevara, taken in 1960
4. What is the early career?Fashion and commercial photography
5. What is the photographic style?Known for capturing striking compositions and candid moments
6. Who was Alberto Korda?Alberto Korda was a Cuban photographer born in 1928 who became famous for taking the iconic photo of Che Guevara.

Iconography: The visual images and symbols used in a work of art or the study of them.
Counter-culture: A subculture whose values and norms of behavior differ substantially from those of mainstream society.
Artistic integrity: Maintaining high standards and principles in one's artistic work, resisting compromise for commercial gain.