- Paperback: 152 pages
- Publisher: Bulfinch Press,U.S. (21 Sep 1981)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0821211226
- ISBN-13: 978-0821211229
- Product Dimensions: 26.4 x 22.9 x 1.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 763,520 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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A classic collection of portfolios, personally selected by Ansel Adams, newly re-issued in paperback.
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From 1948 - 1976 Ansel Adams produced seven portfolios, each a limited edition of 10-15 signed photographic prints. This book reproduces all 90 of these superb images, including many of Adams' most famous monumental landscape photographs and some remarkable, less familiar portraits and architecture studies. The book was first published in 1977 and in 1981 it was decided to take advantage of new printing technology to have the book re-designed. In this new printing the typography from the introductory texts of the original portfolios was reproduced. In addition, new laser-scanned separations were made of all the images to guarantee the best possible reproductions of the photographs.
In his eloquent introduction, John Szarkowski observes that 'of all Adams' publications, his portfolios most clearly represent his personal view of the meaning of his work.
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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I became interested in Ansel Adams a long time ago when I began to appreciate photography. I fell in love with this book when I first saw it but wasn't able to buy it. Some time later, I made the effort and did purchase the book. I still look through it from time to time, and each time I am as enthralled as I was when I first saw its pages.
The book contains many images that are popular from the Adams archives, and others that should be more popular. I recommend it greatly to those who already appreciate Ansel Adams work, and those who are about to.
The book contains many images that are popular from the Adams archives, and others that should be more popular. I recommend it greatly to those who already appreciate Ansel Adams work, and those who are about to.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
A great collection of images
23 Nov 2005
Format:Hardcover
This book is a compilation of images that Ansel compiled into portfolios, along with a brief introduction by the author. Some of these images can be found in other compilations, but are more powerful here because they are grouped as Ansel chose to group them. Each of his portfolios is well printed, for a book printing of a silver image that is, and his statement is included for each, just as in the actual editions. Overall, this is a nice compilation of images, and an opportunity to see them grouped as the photographer felt they should be. There are few enough words, with the major focus being on the main subject, his images. This is a great addition to the library of any Adams fan, but is not an indispensable tome.
True Impressionistic Artwork, From the Lens of a Camera
21 Oct 2010
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In this wonderful book we see seven great portfolio works of a lens crafter extraordinaire. His work is on the same level as the Impressionist Artists of Cezanne or Van Gogh. In looking at the selected photos of each of these portfolios one wonders at the genius of Ansel Adams. Obviously Adams possesses the technical ability to compose and shoot a good picture. The question remains, how is it that Adams can depict an impressionistic blur in black and white which resembles the art prevalent in the late 19th century by the school of Impressionistic painters. To further complicate the description of Adams work, while he shows the hint of a blur, his pictures are absolutely clear. His use of light along with mirrored reflections are his absolute trademarks. Also his use of capturing the different textures of subjects in his pictures are remarkable.
In looking through these magnificent works of Adams, we see the grandeur of our National Parks which were essentially created by President Theodore Roosevelt with the passage of the "Antiquities Act" during the beginning of the 20th century. In retrospect it's a shame that Roosevelt never witnessed the portfolios of Ansel Adams. Looking at the entire works in these portfolios we see that Adams has concentrated his oeuvre of work mostly to the Western sections of the USA. I find some of his work due East as being worthy of further Adams attention, which of course never happened.
In studying, analyzing and perusing these portfolios, I find myself presented different textures and subjects presented to my field of vision which are different each and every time I see these presentations.
These pictures are a joy to our sense of sight. They are works of art to be treasured. Ansel Adams has brought forth the ultimate art form of photography. How can anyone rate this book less than 5 Stars?
In looking through these magnificent works of Adams, we see the grandeur of our National Parks which were essentially created by President Theodore Roosevelt with the passage of the "Antiquities Act" during the beginning of the 20th century. In retrospect it's a shame that Roosevelt never witnessed the portfolios of Ansel Adams. Looking at the entire works in these portfolios we see that Adams has concentrated his oeuvre of work mostly to the Western sections of the USA. I find some of his work due East as being worthy of further Adams attention, which of course never happened.
In studying, analyzing and perusing these portfolios, I find myself presented different textures and subjects presented to my field of vision which are different each and every time I see these presentations.
These pictures are a joy to our sense of sight. They are works of art to be treasured. Ansel Adams has brought forth the ultimate art form of photography. How can anyone rate this book less than 5 Stars?
5 of 66 people found the following review helpful
excellent!
13 Jun 2000
Format:Hardcover
the zoom system is amazing! Ansel Adams is always great! i would buy it right now
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