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DAY 163 | FAMOUS PHOTOGRAPHERS |
Edward Henry Weston (1886–1958)
PHOTOGRAPHIC PIONEER
Edward Henry Weston was one of the most influential fathers of modern photography, known for his direct approach that relied solely on purity of form, carefully considered compositions, and impeccably sharp prints. Using an 8 × 10 view camera, he was able to capture the heart of his subjects with stunning detail, from his well-known studies of seashells and vegetables (which he typically ate after photographing them), to nudes and landscapes.1
Weston enjoyed success almost immediately after receiving his first camera at age 16, beginning with his first exhibit ...
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