Per Bak Jensen
A Quiet Observer: The Metaphysical Landscapes of Per Bak Jensen
Per Bak Jensen, born in Copenhagen in 1949, is a Danish photographer whose work transcends the simple documentation of place. He doesn’t merely *show* us landscapes or industrial sites; he invites us into a contemplative space where the ordinary becomes imbued with an almost unsettling beauty and a profound sense of solitude. His journey to becoming one of Scandinavia's mo
st respected contemporary artists was not immediate. After various pursuits, Jensen found his calling at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in 1980, graduating six years later and subsequently dedicating himself to teaching there until 2009. This academic grounding fostered a meticulous approach to his craft, but it was his unique vision—a patient observation coupled with an unwavering refusal to manipulate the image—that truly set…
