Clair Costello
Clair Costello
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Full Name and Common Aliases
Clair Costello was a renowned Irish photographer born in 1916 in Dublin, Ireland. Her full name is often cited as Claire (or Clair) Costello, reflecting the various spellings used across her career.
Birth and Death Dates
Costello was born on August 26, 1916, in Dublin, Ireland. Unfortunately, she passed away in 2010 at the age of 94.
Nationality and Profession(s)
Clair Costello was an Irish photographer, best known for her exceptional portrait photography skills and ability to capture people's essence. Her work spanned over five decades, making her one of Ireland's most celebrated photographers.
Early Life and Background
Growing up in a family of modest means, Clair developed an interest in art from a young age. She began taking photographs at the age of 17 while working as a typist for the Irish Press newspaper. This early exposure laid the foundation for her future success in photography.
Major Accomplishments
Costello's career as a photographer was marked by numerous significant accomplishments:
In 1941, she won first prize in the _Irish Press_ portrait competition.
Her photographs were featured on the cover of _Picture Post_ magazine several times between 1939 and 1953.
Costello served as an official photographer for the Irish Red Cross during World War II.Notable Works or Actions
Some of Clair's most notable works include:
"Portrait of a Young Girl in a Wheelchair," which was featured on the cover of _Picture Post_ magazine in 1947.
* Her photographs documenting the lives of everyday people in Ireland, providing an intimate glimpse into their lives.
Impact and Legacy
Clair Costello's impact on Irish photography is immeasurable. She not only raised the profile of portrait photography but also captured the essence of her subjects with sensitivity and skill. Her work continues to inspire new generations of photographers.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Clair Costello's legacy extends beyond her photographs. She was a true pioneer, paving the way for women in photography and leaving behind a body of work that remains timeless today.
Quotes by Clair Costello
This is a huge win for us. We had to get Anthony back into the game. We needed that experience and we were able to cool things down a little bit.
I'm not sure what it was, exactly. We played hard, and I thought some guys played really well. We were just slow tonight.
A.J. played really well today. He's an unbelievable hitter, and he was great on the mound today.
We don't really know anything about Sherwood aside from they're a number 1 (seed), so they're obviously really good. We'll get some tape of them and get ready for Saturday.
We started to wake up a bit. We weren't doing things right at the beginning, but we got patient and took advantage of some mistakes.
We can't let them shoot the threes on us like last time. But these kids don't want to lose anymore, and they want to go farther. We'll see what happens.
We were 19-3 in summer league, so it's not like we didn't know we were good. No one else thought very highly of us or talked about us, and the guys used all that as a chip (on their shoulders).
We ran with them in the first half, which we weren't supposed to do. It was up and down, Sisters put a lot of pressure on us, but we had some guys like Nailor and Martin who just had really big games. I didn't think we could run that fast, but we did.
We were supposed to be last, or second to last. Our guys took that to heart, and knew we were better than that, and we got it done.