The Generosity of Diane Arbus’ Unsentimental Lens in L.A. and N.Y.
A fresh look at the photographer’s work in bi-coastal exhibitions traces the depth, discomfort and brilliance of her legacy.
Garry Winogrand
Garry Winogrand, born in 1928 in New York City, was a pivotal American street photographer known for his candid snapshots that captured the essence of American life in the mid-20th century. Often shooting from the hip, Winogrand's dynamic images portrayed public spaces, crowded streets, and everyday people, reflecting the social landscape of post-war America. His work, characterized by its raw energy and seemingly chaotic compositions, played a significant role in establishing photography as a form of fine art. Winogrand's legacy remains influential, with his images providing a vivid documentation of American society during a time of significant cultural and political change.
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Sotheby’s to Host Its First-Ever Dedicated Auction of Vernacular Photography
Among key works by artists like Richard Avedon and Hiroshi Sugimoto, a 1931 mugshot of the infamous mafioso Charles "Lucky" Luciano by an unknown photographer stands out.
Street Photographer Garry Winogrand’s Beautiful, Difficult Work Is Suddenly Unavoidable
The Brooklyn Museum revisits the work of Garry Winogrand 35 years after his death, trying to come to terms with the street photographer's beautiful yet sometimes problematic body of work.
