
Erwin Olaf
Freedom
- Grand Overview of Olaf’s Oeuvre: a comprehensive look at his groundbreaking photography, from iconic works to never-before-seen pieces
- Celebration of Activism & Identity: showcases Olaf’s powerful exploration of sexuality, vulnerability, and equal rights
- Tied to Major Museum Exhibition: released alongside a landmark Stedelijk Museum retrospective
- Legacy of a Visionary: a final look at one of the Netherlands’ most influential photographers and his lasting cultural impact
- Accompanying the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam exhibition of the same name, running from 10 October 2025, to February 2026
Erwin Olaf – Freedom offers an intimate look at the life and work of Erwin Olaf, one of the Netherlands’ most groundbreaking photographers. Known for his staged, cinematic imagery and bold aesthetic, Olaf’s work explored themes of sexuality, transience, vulnerability, and activism. This book, launching alongside a major Stedelijk Museum exhibition, provides a fresh perspective on his artistic legacy, including unseen works created during his final years.
A tireless advocate for equal rights, Olaf’s photography captured the beauty and struggles of marginalized communities – queer individuals, people of color, those with disabilities, and the everyday person. His final pieces, including Self-Portrait with Lungs (2023), reveal an even deeper personal and artistic reckoning.
With striking imagery and personal insights, Ewin Olaf – Freedom is a powerful tribute to an artist who redefined contemporary photography and left behind a legacy of beauty, defiance, and humanity.
- Publisher
- Hannibal Books
- ISBN
- 9789493416185
- Publish date
- 3rd Feb 2026
- Binding
- Hardback
- Territory
- USA & Canada
- Size
- 11.5 in x 12.25 in
- Pages
- 384 Pages
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