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Fred Herzog. Curtains, Vancouver, Canada, 1972
Fred Herzog was renowned for his vibrant colour street photography at a time when colour photography was primarily linked with advertising and had not yet gained acceptance for artistic or serious documentary work. One of his notable works is “Curtains,” captured in Vancouver.
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Edward Weston. Pepper No. 30, 1930
Photo Credit: Holden Luntz GalleryIn his book “On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft”, Stephen King writes about leaving something for the imagination, not over-describing a scene. He conjures up the image of a red number 8 on the back of a rabbit in a cage. And, according to the King, each person will conjure up…Read More
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In the past month, we explored a range of iconic images, each with their own unique elements. However, what's fascinating is the common thread that runs through these portraits: each photograph uses light, form, and setting in a captivating manner to tell a compelling story. Whether it's the strong narrative elements in Ritts' "Fred with Tires," the timeless elegance in Avedon's "Dovima with Elephants," or the raw power captured in Sander's "Powerhouse Mechanic," each image draws us into a different world while maintaining these core artistic principles. Click on the thumbnails to view the images in a lightbox and select your favourite photo. We're keen to see which one stands out for you! Feel free to elaborate on your choice in the comments section.
Which is your favourite iconic photograph: Ritts' "Fred with Tires," Avedon's "Dovima with Elephants," or Hine's "Powerhouse Mechanic"?
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Herb Ritts. Fred with Tires, The Body Shop, Los Angeles, 1984
Photo Credit: Mutual ArtToday we’re posting another iconic image by Herb Ritts, ‘Fred with Tires’ which is one of his most celebrated works and singled out for its masterful interplay of light, shadow, and form. This photograph is part of a larger series of images featuring Fred and t…Read More
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Herb Ritts. Stephanie, Cindy, Christy, Tatjana, Naomi, Hollywood, 1989
Photo Credit: WikipediaHerb Ritts was an American fashion photographer celebrated for his captivating black-and-white portraits. One of his seminal works is a 1989 photograph featuring Stephanie Seymour, Cindy Crawford, Christy Turlington, Tatjana Patitz, and Naomi…Read More
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Charles-Francois Thibault. Barricades rue Saint-Maur. Avant l’attaque, 1848
Photo Credit: WikipediaThis seminal photograph, “Barricades rue Saint-Maur. Avant l’attaque, 25 juin 1848”, captured by Charles-Francois Thibault, holds historical significance for two pioneering reasons: it is celebrated as the inaugural photograph of a barricade or…Read More
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Ormond Gigli. Girls in the Windows, New York, 1960
Photo Credit: Holden Luntz GalleryOrmond Gigli is famous for “Girls in the Windows,” shot in New York City in 1960. This iconic photo shows elegantly dressed women in the windows of a brownstone building slated for demolition. Gigli, whose studio was opposite the site, viewed the demolition…Read More
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Charles C. Ebbets. Lunch atop a Skyscraper, New York City, 1932
Photo Credit: WikipediaLunch atop a Skyscraper is an iconic black-and-white photograph taken on September 20, 1932. It shows eleven ironworkers seated on a steel beam, 260 meters above ground level, during the construction of the RCA Building, now known as 30 Rockefeller Plaza.…Read More
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In this photo, Charles C. Ebbets stands high above New York City with a bulky camera in hand. He looks cool and confident, even in a situation that would make most of us dizzy. He’s known for taking risks to get the perfect shot, and this picture shows that spirit perfectly.
How far would you go to get the photo you want?
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Romain Jacquet-Lagrèze. Vertical Horizon #99, Hong Kong, 2015
Photo Credit: Artsy.netRomain Jacquet-Lagrèze, a French photographer and visual artist, captured this striking image as part of his “Vertical Horizon” series, which focuses on Hong Kong’s architectural marvels. The photograph offers a captivating view of surrounding skyscrapers f…Read More
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Hal Morey. Sunbeams into Grand Central Station, 1929
Photo Credit: Creative Commons“Sunbeams into Grand Central Station” is a famous 1929 photograph attributed to Hal Morey. New York City commissioned Hal to document the building. This photograph captured the beautiful, strong, dramatic shafts of sunlight streaming through the upper windows,…Read More
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Thanks for contributing to our Photo Digest, Jako. You’ve done a splendid job describing this iconic photograph, and we hope to see more contributions from you in the future.
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Thank you for sharing, Jako, and for taking the time to contribute to our Photo Digest. Interestingly, we’ve already featured “Pepper No. 30” in the Fine Art Group, but we find your write-up more engaging.