Edward Weston: Portrait of the Young Man as an Artist

Edward Weston (1886-1958)

Synopsis

Edward Weston: Portrait of the Young Man as an Artist examines the early and mature works of renowned American photographer Edward Weston, who played a pivotal role in the development of Photo-Modernism. The book delves into Weston's initiation into photography in 1902 in Highland Park, Illinois, and his journey to Tropico, California, where he established his first studio. By comparing Weston's initial amateur snapshots with his later acclaimed masterpieces, this book highlights his evolving artistic vision and his consistent focus on composition and essential form. It includes photographs from a recently found family album, shedding light on Weston's artistic growth.

Book Details

ISBN-10:
1858946638
ISBN-13:
9781858946634
PUBLISHER:
Merrell Publishers
YEAR:
2017
BINDING:
Hardcover
PAGES:
160 pages
SIZE:
26 x 29 cm (approx.)
LANGUAGE:
English

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