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The book delves into Edward Burtynsky's extensive 45-year career, showcasing his striking photographs that document large-scale extractive processes while also transforming industrial landscapes into abstract forms. It features insightful texts by art historian Simon Schama and curator Marc Mayer, discussing the role of art in environmental awareness and Burtynsky's artistic journey. With over 130 color plates and a special "Process Archive," the book highlights Burtynsky's evolution from traditional film to modern digital techniques, offering a comprehensive look at his impact on photography and environmental discourse.
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Extraction / Abstraction, Edward Burtynsky
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- Released
- 2024
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- Title
- Extraction / Abstraction
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Edward Burtynsky
- Publisher
- Steidl GmbH & Co.OHG
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 240
- ISBN13
- 9783969993132
- Category
- Photo publications
- Description
- The book delves into Edward Burtynsky's extensive 45-year career, showcasing his striking photographs that document large-scale extractive processes while also transforming industrial landscapes into abstract forms. It features insightful texts by art historian Simon Schama and curator Marc Mayer, discussing the role of art in environmental awareness and Burtynsky's artistic journey. With over 130 color plates and a special "Process Archive," the book highlights Burtynsky's evolution from traditional film to modern digital techniques, offering a comprehensive look at his impact on photography and environmental discourse.