For those interested in photography and the photographers that can bring out the essence of a subject, you probably are aware of one of the most talented photographers of the 20th century- Diane Arbus. Diane Arbus was a master at photography and took some of the most thought provoking photos the world has ever seen. Her influence on photography is immense and her style is absolutely unique. Diane Arbus once said that “a photograph is a secret about a secret” and for many art lovers and fellow photographers she couldn’t have been more truthful and accurate.
Diane Arbus: A True Talent
Diane Arbus was one of the America’s most gifted photographers. Many of her photos have gone on to become worldwide achievements and while many of these photos focused on the portraits of individuals that lived on the so called fringe of society she did take extensive photos of ordinary working class folks in settings and sometimes poses that were unconventional. While she is known for her portraits bordering on the bizarre including prostitutes, dwarfs, giants and prostitutes, the essence she captured is quite intriguing.
The Photos of Diane Arbus
Diane Arbus passed away in 1971 at the early age of 48 (from suicide due to a long bout of depression). And like many gifted artists, her work only became quite popular and received important accolades after her death. Some of her more interesting and popular photographs include:
Child with Toy Grenade (1962)- A scrawny boy with his left strap of his jumper hanging off his shoulder clenching a grenade tightly with his right hand while offering a maniacal smile.
Identical Twins (1967)- Two sisters standing next to each other, one giving a slight smile, the other with a slight frown.
Jewish Giant at Home with his Parents in the Bronx (1970)- A photo of a “Jewish Giant” along with his much shorter parents.
Read More About Diane Arbus
Throughout her life, Diane Arbus created an amazing portfolio of photos. To read more about this great talent, the Smithsonian Magazine has an article on the life and work of Diane Arbus. You can read it by visiting our main website at the following link: http://www.smithsonianmag.com/
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