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Josef Sudek (1896–1976) was a Czech photographer, best known for his photographs of Prague. He was a bookbinder before turning to photography after losing his right arm in WWI. This book, published to accompany an exhibition, examines how Sudek’s photographs reflect his relationship to the world around him, from intimate explorations of cherished objects and views through(...)
The intimate world of Josef Sudek
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Josef Sudek (1896–1976) was a Czech photographer, best known for his photographs of Prague. He was a bookbinder before turning to photography after losing his right arm in WWI. This book, published to accompany an exhibition, examines how Sudek’s photographs reflect his relationship to the world around him, from intimate explorations of cherished objects and views through his window to his night walks through the streets of Prague and its periphery, as well as excursions into the surrounding countryside.
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Depuis l’invention de la photographie, les photographes se servent de leur art pour raconter des histoires. Ils dirigent des modèles qui posent devant l’objectif et, grâce à une utilisation judicieuse des accessoires, des costumes et de l’éclairage, créent des images fictives, à contenu narratif. " La photographie mise en scène - créer l'illusion du réel " est une(...)
Theory of Photography
July 2006, London / New York / Ottawa
La photographie mise en scène : créer l'illusion du réel
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Depuis l’invention de la photographie, les photographes se servent de leur art pour raconter des histoires. Ils dirigent des modèles qui posent devant l’objectif et, grâce à une utilisation judicieuse des accessoires, des costumes et de l’éclairage, créent des images fictives, à contenu narratif. " La photographie mise en scène - créer l'illusion du réel " est une exposition (et son catalogue) explorant l’évolution et la diversité de ce type de photographie depuis le début du XIXe siècle jusqu’à aujourd’hui.
Theory of Photography
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Catalogue of Ruwedel's September 2002 exhibition at Presentation House Gallery. The book covers Ruwedel's work from 1990 to the present, divided into three sections: The Ice Age; Pictures of Hell; and Westward The Course of Empire. These three series are interrelated, as archeological history, land use and the act of naming places combined to form a picture of human(...)
Photography monographs
January 1900, North Vancouver
Mark Ruwedel : written on the land
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Catalogue of Ruwedel's September 2002 exhibition at Presentation House Gallery. The book covers Ruwedel's work from 1990 to the present, divided into three sections: The Ice Age; Pictures of Hell; and Westward The Course of Empire. These three series are interrelated, as archeological history, land use and the act of naming places combined to form a picture of human interaction with the land.
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In 'staged' photography the artist takes on the role of a director, creating or staging an image. He or she uses models, props, costumes or lighting, often creating a theatrical quality. This book traces the history of the staged photograph, focusing on such key themes as the artist as actor, art historical imagery, and narratives and allegories. It includes engaging(...)
Theory of Photography
May 2006, Ottawa / London / New York
Acting the part : photography as theatre
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In 'staged' photography the artist takes on the role of a director, creating or staging an image. He or she uses models, props, costumes or lighting, often creating a theatrical quality. This book traces the history of the staged photograph, focusing on such key themes as the artist as actor, art historical imagery, and narratives and allegories. It includes engaging essays on Victorian tableaux vivants, Surrealism, and iconic photographs from the 1930s and 1940s previously thought to be documentary images but that were in fact staged.
Theory of Photography