Legendary Brazilian photographer Sebastião Salgado died at the age of 81

Legendary Brazilian photographer Sebastião Salgado died at the age of 81

The Brazilian photographer Sebastião Salgado died at the age of 81, reports CNN Brasil, citing his non -profit organization Instituto Terra.

a big loss for photography

"We announced with deep regret that Sebastião Salgado, our founder, mentor and eternal inspiration source, has died", said Instituto terra Instagram with.

a legacy of hope

"Sebastião was much more than one of the greatest photographers of our time," continued the contribution. "Together with his life partner, Lélia Deluiz Wanick Salgado, he sowed hope where devastation prevailed, and convinced that environmental restoration was also a profound act of love for humanity."