Self Portrait
Vivian Maier
1926-2009
Street photographer
I am so very excited!!
Tonight I will be going to Chicago Cultural Center to view some of her work!
She was an amazing photographer catching glimpse of life, raw and true. She was honest in her work.
Literally taking thousands of photographs and never showed them to anyone.
Her belongs were purchased by John Maloof who bid on her storage locker. He purchased a treasure trove of amazing photos of the city of Chicago from the 1950's through 1970's. I have only placed a few of my favorites from John's blog, because you need to go to his site more of her work there! Trust me, you will enjoy every moment....... go on! enjoy!
xx
callie
ps notice that all her portrait are reflections or shadows! Very Aloof, she was....
LOVE this!
ReplyDeleteI'm heading over to check it out now... She's like the original Satorialist!
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I love her wonderful contrasts of black and white in each photo. That's one of my markers of a skillful photographer. Her subjects so profound - if only she knew what an impact she has made.
ReplyDeleteAw, I love that photo of the couple holding hands--so, so sweet! Enjoy the show, sweetie!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful time! I've been dying to see the collection! Just love her photos.
ReplyDeletexo Mary Jo
Lovely photos. I'm a lover for black and white photograph. I think all the street fashion blogs that are so fabulous now have taken after all the fantastic photographers from the past. Isn't it interesting how we still base our lives and inspirations on the past. You have to love that.
ReplyDeleteI love black and white photos... such intrigue and romance to them. I hope you enjoyed the show!
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