Vitamin Ph: New Perspectives in Photography

Vitamin Ph: New Perspectives in Photography
by T.J. Demos and Editors of Phaidon Press

Vitamin Ph: New Perspectives in Photography
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Author: T.J. Demos and Editors of Phaidon Press
Edition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2006-10-21
ISBN: 0714846562
Number of pages: 352
Publisher: Phaidon Press

Book Reviews of Vitamin Ph: New Perspectives in Photography

Book Review: An impeccably-made survey of contemporary photography.
Summary: 5 Stars

This is a wonderful book. I bought it truly as a "vitamin", to give myself a kick in the pants regarding my own photography: to find some sources of inspiration that were more up-to-date than my usual heroes (Minor White, Cartier-Bresson, etc). It served that purpose admirably. The artists and photographs are carefully chosen, and the essays are well-written. Some of the essays are even in English rather than art-speak. There is an incredible range of styles represented here, encompassing both conceptually-driven and aesthetically-driven art. Because of the large size and beautiful paper and production, this book is a tactile and visual treat that would make a great gift for any photographer on one's holiday list.

Summary of Vitamin Ph: New Perspectives in Photography

"Vitamin Ph" provides a third dose of visual stimulation and vital information, following on from the successes of "Vitamin P" and "Vitamin D". Similar in concept, scope and structure, "Vitamin Ph" presents, in A to Z order, the work of 122 international artists. This up-to-the-minute survey focuses on global developments in art photography and the use of the medium by contemporary artists. 78 nominators worldwide have identified living artists who have made a fresh and innovative contribution to recent international photography. All works reproduced in the book use photography as their primary medium or source material, whether or not they then develop into or merge with other media. Extending beyond the parameters of straight photography to encompass sculptural, painterly and filmic elements, "Vitamin Ph" explores the medium in an expanded sense. The artists represented have emerged, or re-emerged, in the last five years to create a distinctive body of new work. "Vitamin Ph" aims to contribute to international debates on contemporary photography whilst providing an accessible overview and concise reference book.

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