Paul Strand (1890-1976) was a pivotal figure in twentieth-century American photography, known for capturing life's abstract and humanistic elements. This book, "In Focus: Paul Strand," showcases nearly forty years of his influential work, highlighting his aesthetic evolution from Cubism to global humanistic portraits. Published alongside an exhibition at the Getty Museum in Los Angeles (May 10 - September 4, 2005), it includes insightful commentaries by Anne Lyden and a transcript of a colloquium featuring experts like David Featherstone, Weston Naef, Naomi Rosenblum, Mark Ruwedel, and Alan Trachtenberg, providing deeper context into Strand's enduring impact.
