VivianMaier

The definitive monograph of American photographer Vivian Maier is an exploration of the full range and brilliance of her work, as well as the mystery of her life. This book is written and edited by the noted photography curator and writer, Marvin Heiferman. It features 250 black-and-white images, color work, and other materials never seen before. Additionally, it includes a foreword by New York Times bestselling author, Laura Lippman.

Vivian Maier's photographs are a testament to her incredible talent as an artist. This monograph delves into the many facets of her work, showcasing her wide range of styles and techniques.

The mystery surrounding Vivian Maier's life has added to the intrigue of her photography. Heiferman's writing sheds light on her personal story, offering insights into the woman behind the camera.

With its stunning imagery and compelling narrative, this monograph is a must-have for photography enthusiasts and fans of Vivian Maier alike.

作者简介

ThedefinitivemonographofAmericanphotographerVivianMaier,exploringthefullrangeandbrillianceofherworkandthemysteryofherlife,writtenandeditedbynotedphotographycuratorandwriterMarvinHeiferman;featuring250black-and-whiteimages,colorwork,andothermaterialsneverseenbefore;andaforewordbyNewYorkTimesbestsellingauthorLauraLippman.VivianMaier’sstory—thesecretivenanny-photographerduringherlifewhobecomesapopularsensationshortlyafterherdeath—has,todate,beenpiecedtogetheronlyfrompreviouslyseenorknownimagesshemadeandthehandfuloffactsthathavesurfacedaboutherlife.Duringherlifetimesheshotmorethan100,000images,whichshekepthiddenfromtheworld.In2007,twoyearsbeforeherdeath,ChicagohistoricpreservationistJohnMaloofdiscoveredatroveofnegatives,androlluponrollofundevelopedfilminastoragelockerheboughtatauction.Theyrevealedasurprisingandaccomplishedartistandastunningbodyofwork,whichMaloofchampionedandbroughttoworldwideacclaim.VivianMaierpresentsthemostcomprehensivecollectionandlargestselectionofthephotographer’swork—createdduringthe1950sthroughthe1970sinNewYork,Chicago,andonhertravelsaroundthecountry—almostexclusivelyunpublishedandincludingherpreviouslyunknowncolorwork.ItfeaturesimagesofandexcerptsfromMaier’spersonalartifacts,memorabilia,andaudiotapes,madeavailableforthefirsttime.ThisremarkablevolumedrawsuponrecentlyconductedinterviewswithpeoplewhoknewMaier,whichshednewlightonMaier’sphotographicskillandherlife.