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“I would say to any artist: Don't be repressed in your work, dare to experiment, consider any urge, if in a new direction all the better.”

Quote by Edward Weston

Book:Edward Weston: The Flame of Recognition: His Photographs Accompanied by Excerpts from the Daybooks & Letters

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Edward Weston: The Flame of Recognition: His Photographs Accompanied by Excerpts from the Daybooks & Letters

Edward Weston: The Flame of Recognition is a comprehensive compilation of the renowned photographer's work. The book includes a selection of his iconic photographs, providing a visual exploration of his artistic vision. Additionally, it offers insights into Weston's creative process and personal reflections through extracts from his daybooks and letters, offering readers a deeper understanding of his life and work. more

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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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