Peter Bialobrzeski - George Town

George Town Diary, August 23–August 30, 2018

August 27, 2018
On the edge of the historic center, the visitor can imagine what would have happened to old George Town if it hadn’t been declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 2008. (Just take close look at the photographs!). What did happen to old George Town because of that privilege is a constant influx of tourist with a crave for Western-style cafés, serving cappuccino, cake and bagels. It always feels very odd to me that people fly thousands of airmiles, producing tons of CO2 to end up in a joint, of which they have plenty at home.

About the City Diaries
Peter Bialobrzeski's "City Diaries" is a long-term project launched in 2013, currently spanning 19 volumes that explore the essence of cities in the early 21st century. Bialobrzeski delves into how preconceptions of cities—shaped by prejudices, observations, and media—are reflected in specific images, highlighting the cultural nuances often obscured by globalization. His work, displaying a seemingly unbiased aesthetic, captures the political and social shifts in various locales, from Cairo's Arab Spring to Wolfsburg’s VW emissions scandal. Noted by Melanie Mühl in FAZ for the profound impact of these photographs, the series aims for a comparative urban analysis, consistent in format across all editions. Bialobrzeski, celebrated for his global exhibitions and accolades like the two World Press Photo Awards, continues to expand this collection, offering insight into cities from megacities to medium-sized towns.

14 × 21 cm
96 pages, 45 illustrations
Text by Peter Bialobrzeski
English
Design: Sarah Fricke, Distaff Studio
Softcover with flaps