Camera Work

Camera Work

Alfred Stieglitz, 2013

Overview

This volume presents highlights from the influential photo journal Camera Work. Founded by Alfred Stieglitz, a visionary photographer, writer, and publisher, the journal championed the creative potential of photography. Around the turn of the 20th century, Stieglitz established the Photo-Secession movement, dedicated to advancing photographic art. Camera Work, launched in 1903, served as its avant-garde platform, showcasing both images and essays from its members. It prioritized visual artistry over technical aspects, featuring high-quality photogravure illustrations on Japanese tissue.

Who it's for

• Photography enthusiasts interested in early 20th-century art movements.
• Readers interested in the history of photography and avant-garde publications.
• Collectors of fine art photography books.

Key features

• Language: English
• Hardcover binding
• 552 pages
• ISBN: 9783836544078
• Publisher: Taschen
• Year: 2013