Explore the symbiotic relationship between photographers and master printers in “Analog Culture: Printer’s Proofs from the Schneider/Erdman Photography Lab, 19812001.” This hardcover from Harvard Art Museums showcases the groundbreaking work of Gary Schneider and John Erdman, whose Manhattan lab served as a vital hub for iconic artists like Richard Avedon and Nan Goldin. Through insightful essays and exclusive interviews, discover how Schneider/Erdman’s technical brilliance and collaborative spirit shaped the photographic landscape of late 20th-century New York. Featuring stunning reproductions and behind-the-scenes insights, this book unveils the artistry and innovation behind some of photography’s most enduring images. A must-have for photography enthusiasts and anyone interested in the intersection of art, technology, and collaboration.
Analog Culture: Printer’s Proofs from the Schneider/Erdman Photography Lab, 19812001
Providing an expansive and revelatory look at the collaborative artistic relationship between photographers and printers, this book focuses on the work and practice of Schneider/Erdman, Inc., a Manhattan-based printing business owned by Gary Schneider and John Erdman from 1981 to 2001. Well-known within the booming New York photography scene, Schneider and Erdman printed works by artists such as Richard Avedon, Matthew Barney, and Nan Goldin. In addition to a thorough overview of Schneider and Erdmans technical mastery of printing methods and materials, Analog Culture also sheds light on the importance of the close personal relationship between photographers and printers within the art-making process. The striking works reproduced in the volume are enhanced by exclusive interviews with Schneider, Erdman, and their collaborators, offering an unparalleled behind-the-scenes view of New Yorks photographic culture in the late 20th century.
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(05/19/1808/12/18)
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