Josef Sudek (Phaidon 55's) by Ian Jeffrey

by Ian Jeffrey

This volume - investigating the work of a particular photographer, in this case, Josef Sudek - comprises a 4000-word essay by an expert in the field, 55 photographs presented chronologically, each with a commentary, and a biography of the featured photographer.

Genres: Photography, Art

Paperback

First published May 11, 2001

Reviews

[Melanie Faith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Inspiring for anyone who is a visual artist or who finds photography compelling. I stumbled on this book third-hand and look forward to seeking out other volumes in Phaidon's 55's series. I discovered the photography of Czech master photographer Josef Sudek through the 55 carefully curated and eloquently and briefly described black-and-white landscapes and still-life photos in this volume. It's designed to be pocket-sized and is carriable and easy to store.

There's a prose biographical sketch (I enjoyed learning about his fellow-photographer sister) and outline of the key events of Sudek's life as well.

Beautiful images of Prague and the artist's two studios that invite a second (or third!) thumb-through before picking up a camera or a sketchbook.

[Kevin S · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5

[Cindy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some interesting photos in here of Prague and some still lifes. The writing by Ian Jeffrey almost spoiled it though. I felt like he analyzed the pictures to death instead of just letting the pictures speak for themselves.

[Anita]

love...you have to see the images to know what I am talking about. Wish I had this talent.

[Joe Phelan · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent introduction to the work of Josef Sudek. Not for nothing was he called the poet of Prague.