Exploring the evolution of food in photography, this book examines how photographers have creatively depicted food across various genres, from art to advertising. Susan Bright highlights significant figures and movements that have shaped this niche, presenting key images that illustrate the development of food photography from its inception to modern interpretations. This comprehensive survey serves as an essential guide for understanding the artistic and cultural significance of food in visual storytelling.
The book features a collection of insightful essays and commentary by Vince Aletti, providing a deep exploration of contemporary photography. Edited by Susan Bright, it showcases a diverse range of works that challenge traditional narratives and highlight the evolving nature of visual storytelling. The text delves into the significance of the images, offering readers a nuanced understanding of the artists' intentions and the cultural context surrounding their creations. This collaboration emphasizes the impact of photography in today's society.
Published to coincide with an exhibition held at the Photographers Gallery and
Foundling Museum in London and touring to Chicago's Museum of Contemporary
Photography, this book examines contemporary interpretations of one of the
most enduring subjects in the history of picture-making: the image of the
mother.
The collection features a unique perspective through the voices of a community of swimmers and environmentalists, reflecting their connection to a stunning natural spring in the US. These poems explore themes of nature, community, and environmental stewardship, capturing the beauty and urgency of preserving such precious landscapes. The work intertwines personal experiences with collective action, emphasizing the importance of water and the environment in shaping identity and fostering unity among those who cherish these natural wonders.
“An essential book for anyone interested in contemporary photography.”—ArtReview Now revised and expanded, this essential survey presents the work of eighty of the most important artist-photographers in the world. The book is divided into seven sections—Portrait, Landscape, Narrative, Object, Fashion, Document, and City—that explore the diverse subjects, styles, and methods of the leading practitioners. Introductions to each section outline the genres and consider why photographers are attracted to certain themes, and how issues like memory, time, objectivity, politics, identity, and the everyday are tied to their approaches. Each photographer’s work is accompanied by Susan Bright’s commentaries and by quotations from the artist. Leading artists such as Andreas Gursky, Cindy Sherman, Sophie Calle, Nan Goldin and Martin Parr, Gregory Crewdson, Candida Ho¨fer, Gabriel Orozco, and Wolfgang Tillmans are featured alongside emerging international figures, including Viviane Sassen, LaToya Ruby Frazier, and Leigh Ladure. The introduction explores the historical relationship between art and photography from the early nineteenth century, and a new final chapter looks at the changes photography has undergone in recent years.
This resource offers insights from twelve international scholars, each exploring a distinct research approach in property law. The contributors analyze the value of their methodologies and discuss the challenges faced in their research. It serves as a comprehensive guide for anyone involved in property law research, providing diverse perspectives and practical considerations for effective inquiry.
