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PublisherpowerHouse Books

ISBN-101576879283

ISBN-139781576879283

eBay Product ID (ePID)14038676122

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Book TitleAvedon : Behind the Scenes 1964-1980

Number of Pages232 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicSubjects & Themes / Historical, General, Subjects & Themes / Celebrity, Photoessays & Documentaries

Publication Year2019

IllustratorYes

GenrePhotography

AuthorGideon Lewin

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height1 in

Item Weight71.4 Oz

Item Length13.3 in

Item Width10 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2019-941643

ReviewsAt once a dazzling retrospective and a profound meditation on Avedon's inner life, Lewin's book showcases the singular vision of the prolific photographer, while also highlighting the vast network of assistants, designers, artists, and technicians that helped make his vision a reality., "The true strength of the volume lies in its descriptions of Avedon, whom Lewin describes as "totally committed to photography, consciously creating imagery with a fierce determination to leave a legacy." Lewin's enthusiastic testimonial will thrill Avedon's fans.", "The author relates a timespan when brilliance reigned and creativity and talent were peaking due to the cast of characters, named and unnamed, who made up this ephemeral, fantastical, and yet technical world of fashion photography as well as the mindset of one of the greatest photographers of the 20th century." -New York Journal of Books "At once a dazzling retrospective and a profound meditation on Avedon's inner life, Lewin's book showcases the singular vision of the prolific photographer, while also highlighting the vast network of assistants, designers, artists, and technicians that helped make his vision a reality." -Interview Magazine AS SEEN IN: Ceros and W., The author relates a timespan when brilliance reigned and creativity and talent were peaking due to the cast of characters, named and unnamed, who made up this ephemeral, fantastical, and yet technical world of fashion photography as well as the mindset of one of the greatest photographers of the 20th century.

Dewey Edition23

Dewey Decimal779.092

SynopsisThis monograph on the work of Gideon Lewin, master printer and assistant to Richard Avedon, revealsmoments never told, stories never heard, and a life that only a few ever experienced. It is a story of a close working relationship and collaboration with a master. Avedon: Behind the Scenes, 1964-1980 relates Lewin's personal experiences working with Richard Avedon for 16 years. It is about the hard work, the intrigues, the energy, the mysteries, the humor, and the commitment to creating images that were larger-than-life and will last for generations. This book illuminates many details about preparations for Avedon's major exhibitions, the master classes he was a part of, and many behind-the-scenes stories working on fashion collections in Paris and in New York for Harper's Bazaar and Vogue, photographing the world's most famous personalities and most beautiful women: Sophia Loren, Audrey Hepburn, Catherine Deneuve, Cher, Jean Shrimpton, Veruschka, Twiggy, Rene Russo, Patti Hansen, and Lauren Hutton. Finally, this book opens a window on the lighter side of Richard Avedon, as well as his total dedication to the art of photography in his determination to leave a legacy unlike that of any other photographer. With about 200 photographs Avedon: Behind the Scenes, 1964-1980 is a singular and remarkable journey., This monograph on the work of Gideon Lewin, master printer and assistant to Richard Avedon, reveals moments never told, stories never heard, and a life that only a few ever experienced. It is a story of a close working relationship and collaboration with a master. Avedon: Behind the Scenes, 1964-1980 relates Lewin's personal experiences working with Richard Avedon for 16 years. It is about the hard work, the intrigues, the energy, the mysteries, the humor, and the commitment to creating images that were larger-than-life and will last for generations. This book illuminates many details about preparations for Avedon's major exhibitions, the master classes he was a part of, and many behind-the-scenes stories working on fashion collections in Paris and in New York for Harper's Bazaar and Vogue , photographing the world's most famous personalities and most beautiful women: Sophia Loren, Audrey Hepburn, Catherine Deneuve, Cher, Jean Shrimpton, Veruschka, Twiggy, Rene Russo, Patti Hansen, and Lauren Hutton. Finally, this book opens a window on the lighter side of Richard Avedon, as well as his total dedication to the art of photography in his determination to leave a legacy unlike that of any other photographer. With about 200 photographs Avedon: Behind the Scenes, 1964-1980 is a singular and remarkable journey., An intimate and revealing monograph on the work of Richard Avedon's master printer and assistant Gideon Lewin.

LC Classification NumberTR140.A94L49 2019