21 Icons project is a visual celebration of human achievement and spirit. Adrian Steirn with partner Harriet Pratten have undertaken to photograph the contemporary icons of the twenty-first century, one country at a time. Twenty-one men and women of accomplishment who have profoundly influenced each nation in a positive way. Individuals who have each excelled in their chosen discipline and selflessly contributed to the national community.
The subjects will represent fields of endeavor including humanities, science, economics, politics, arts, medicine, sport, education, law and spirituality. All of them remarkable in their own right. It is hoped that the beauty, honesty and humour of this unique portrait collection will inspire the icons of tomorrow.
The 21 Icons collection will serve as an indelible artistic and historic record of the men and women who shaped the foundation of the global community of the twenty-first century.
