W. Eugene Smith (1918-78) is widely acknowledged as the 'master photo-essayist of his generation'. He declared that his mission in life was nothing less than to 'document, in words and pictures, the human condition'. 55 includes images from the landmark photo-essays 'Country Doctor', 'Pittsburgh' and 'Minamata', as well as other work from his massive legacy. Other artists in this series Eugene Atget, Mathew Brady, Wynn Bullock, Julia Margaret Cameron, Joan Fontcuberta, David Goldblatt, Nan Goldin, Graciela Iturbide, Andre Kertesz, Dorothea Lange, Mary Ellen Mark, Joel Meyerowitz, Boris Mikhailov, Lisette Model, Laszlo Moholy-Nagy, Eadweard Muybridge, Eugene Richards, Shomei Tomatsu, Joel-Peter Witkin
Sam Stephenson Pořadí knih (chronologicky)
Sam Stephenson is the author whose work is deeply influenced by his extensive research into the life and art of photographer W. Eugene Smith. His writing explores the intricate relationship between the artist and their subject, delving into the nuances of visual storytelling. Stephenson's approach is characterized by meticulous detail and a profound appreciation for the power of imagery.
