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The Daybooks of Edward Weston: California

The Daybooks of Edward Weston: California offers a unique glimpse into the life and thoughts of Edward Weston, one of America's most influential photographers. It includes his detailed accounts of his daily experiences, artistic inspirations, and interactions with the natural and urban landscapes of California. The book is a treasure trove for photography enthusiasts and historians alike, providing insight into the creative process and personal journey of a master artist. more

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Edward Weston
Edward Weston

Edward Weston was an American photographer renowned for his unique perspective on nature and nude photography. His works hold a significant place in the history of 20th-century photography and have had a profound impact on photographers that followed. more

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“It is essential for the photographer to know the effect of his lenses. The lens is his eye, and it makes or ruins his pictures. A feeling for composition is a great asset. I think it is very much a matter of instinct. It can perhaps be developed, but I doubt if it can be learned. To achieve his best work, the young photographer must discover what really excites him visually. He must discover his own world.”

“The camera is not only an extension of the eye but of the brain. It can see sharper, farther, nearer, slower, faster than the eye. It can see by invisible light. It can see in the past, present, and future. Instead of using the camera only to reproduce objects, I wanted to use it to make what is invisible to the eye - visible.”