Brassaï

Brassaï was a Hungarian-born photographer that became known in Paris in the 19th century.

Brassaï explored photography at night. He experimented with using the lighting that was available at night. He published a book of his collection, which was called Paris De Nuit (Paris At Night). The subjects of his work was often prostitutes, pimps, etc. Since some of his photos were shot in bars and clubs, he sometimes used a flash bulb to get a better shot.