The definitive book on the work of a virtuosic and revered American photographer
Irving Penn (1917-2009) was among the most esteemed and influential photographers of the 20th century. Over the course of a nearly seventy-year career, he mastered a pared-down aesthetic of studio photography that is distinguished for its meticulous attention to composition, nuance, and detail. This indispensable book features one of the largest selections of Penn’s photographs ever compiled, including famous and beloved images as well as works that have never been published.
Celebrating the centennial of Penn’s birth, this lavish volume spans the entirety of his groundbreaking career. An enlightening introduction situates his work in the context of the various artistic, social, and political environments and events that affected the content of his photographs. Lively essays acquaint readers with Penn’s primary subjects and campaigns, including early documentary scenes and imagery; portraits; fashion; female nudes; peoples of Peru, Dahomey (Benin), New Guinea, and Morocco; still lifes; and much more. Irving Penn: Centennial is essential for any fan of this artist’s work or the history of 20th-century photography.
Published on: 2017-04-25
Original language: English
Dimensions: 12.30" h x 1.70" w x 10.20" l,
Binding: Hardcover
372 pages
About the Author
Maria Morris Hambourg is an independent curator of photography. Jeff L. Rosenheim is curator in charge of the Department of Photographs at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Line Drawing is an easy art form featuring illustrative, doodle-like designs. It's used widely among artists of many types with both fine and bold lines, creating different variations. This book walks through drawing very simple doodles, into more elaborate, delicate illustrations, and is easy to follow for all skill levels.
Published on: 2017-04-03
Original language: English
Dimensions: 9.25" h x .49" w x 7.50" l,
Binding: Paperback
216 pages
About the Author
Peggy is native to the Pacific Northwest and is a nationally recognized freelance artist, with worldwide publications as a platform artist. Her specialties include hand lettering and modern calligraphy, line drawing, watercolor illustrations and graphic design, while her skills range vastly in the world of creativity. Peggy is an online instructor and hosts an informational blog and maintains an instructional social media to inspire people to create.
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