Group f.64 is perhaps the most famous movement in the history of photography; counting among its members Ansel Adams; Imogen Cunningham; Dorothea Lange; Willard Van Dyke; and Edward Weston. Revolutionary in their day; Group f.64 was one of the first modern art movements equally defined by women. From the San Francisco Bay Area; its influence extended internationally; contributing significantly to the recognition of photography as a fine art. The group-first identified as such in a 1932 exhibition-was comprised of strongly individualist artists; brought together by a common philosophy; and held together in a tangle of dynamic relationships. They shared a conviction that photography must emphasize its unique capabilities-those that distinguished it from other arts-in order to establish the mediums identity. Their name; f.64; they took from a very small lens aperture used with their large format cameras; a pinprick that allowed them to capture the greatest possible depth of field in their lustrous; sharply detailed prints. In todays digital world; these "straightrdquo; photography champions are increasingly revered.Mary Alinder is uniquely positioned to write this first group biography. A former assistant to Ansel Adams; she knew most of the artists featured. Just as importantly; she understands the art. Featuring fifty photographs by and of its members; Group f.64 details a transformative period in art with narrative flair.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Get on board for a great blues ride!By R. SawyerWhen a literature professor (Gussow was still working on his PhD when he wrote the book) hits the streets busking with an experienced bluesman; really interesting stuff happens on the page. A hard one to put down; in part because Gussow reminded me a bit of myself when I was younger; particularly in the area of romantic relationships. After literally being at his side through the book as he makes mistake after mistake in that department; I was very happy to learn that hed learned ... and has now been happily married for more than a decade. Whatever sort of blues fan you may be (or music fan of any type); youll love going along for the ride!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A buskers autobiographyBy Earl W WoodThe story of Sterling Magee and Adam was very well portrayed and included their adventures and troubles; but these events may not of been as meaningful without the background and environment in which they took place. Who could imagine a "white boy" surviving Harlem; and making great music to boot.This is an intriguing read even if you are not into music and the blues. EW Wood1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. While he is a great harp playerBy Bon DonaldsonWhile he is a great harp player; and his videos on youtube are really good instruction; this book left me wanting. It didnt pull me in like I expected. His writing is dry.
