Meyerowitz, Joel
Joel Meyerowitz: Redheads
- ISBN 13:
- 9788862087667
- author:
- Meyerowitz, Joel
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Damiani
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 112
- Dimensions:
- 28.5 x 24.1 x 1.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Photography, Individual Photographer,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Joel Meyerowitz's photographs capture the essence of redheads in a way that is both intimate and profound. In 1978, Meyerowitz began making portraits of people with red hair, drawn to their unique beauty and the way they seemed to bloom in the sun. The result is a collection of over 50 portraits, each one a testament to the power of sunlight to transform its subjects. Meyerowitz's approach was not just about capturing physical appearance, but also about exploring the stories and experiences of those with red hair. He ran an ad in local paper, inviting people to sit for him, and what followed were conversations that revealed the complexities and challenges faced by redheads. The photographs are a powerful tribute to the resilience and individuality of these individuals. Through his work, Meyerowitz sheds light on the often-overlooked experiences of those with red hair, revealing their beauty, strength, and humanity.