I have always been fascinated by photography and photographers. I recently read a book on Eugene Atget. Atget was considered by some Surrealists as a forefather. Atget is actually considered by many to be the father of modern photography.
Atget who considered himself a chronicler of Paris took some of the most breath taking photographs ever recorded. He took thousands of photographs on the streets of Paris. He spent most of his life photographing the architecture and streets scenes. His photos were straight foreword and not manipulated.
He took thousands of photographs but was never recognized during his life time for his great work.
Although his work focused on the commonplace images, there was something extraordinary and magical in his work. The photograph, Ragpicker, depicts the Parisian street seen that was probably very common in 19th century. Atget did not consider his work artistic but no one can look at the photograph and not be moved. It has been said that Atget had remarkable vision. The clarity and detail in his photographs reflect his genius.
You can find a book on Atget and other photographers as well as a great selection of art books at Nella’s Books and Collectibles.
www.nellasbooksandcollectibles.ecrater.com
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