First published in 1965, 'Edward Weston: The Flame of Recognition' by Aperture celebrates an essential transition in photography as an art form. This 60th-anniversary edition revisits the book that was Aperture's first monograph, highlighting Weston's significant role in the Group f/64 collective, which advocated for 'pure' photography. By utilizing large-format techniques, Weston elevated simple subjects into refined artworks. The book pairs his striking images with texts from his Daybooks, showcasing the philosophical richness of photography and setting a precedent for future photography monographs.
Weston was central to the movement to elevate photography beyond its documentary origins, championing pure photography with sharp focus, detail, and unmanipulated imagery.
The Flame of Recognition showcases the literary and philosophical depth of photography, pairing Weston's images with excerpts from his Daybooks and letters.
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