Flower

by Christopher Beane, Anthony F. Janson

Rare book

Genres: Photography, Nonfiction, Art

168 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2008

Reviews

[Trish · Rating 5 out of 5]

Photograghs of flowers here are set against a black background to make the uniqueness of each blossom stand out. A gorgeous romp for the senses, respite from drugery. One reviewer said "Mapplethrope meets O'Keefe" and it's true that both those artists come immediately to mind. But seeing the plants in this way makes one realize that everything is derivative after their own uniqueness.

[The GoodReads Bee]

A terrific book! GREAT!

[Michelle now at StoryGraph · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! Not only are the photos in this book incredible, but the accompanying text did much to increase my understanding and appreciation of the images contained within. As I continue to grow as a photographer, I will look to Christopher Beane as an inspiration and true genius in the art of floral photography.

[sweet orange books · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some of the most beautiful close-ups of flowers I know.

[Clare · Rating 4 out of 5]

Christopher Beane is tour-de-force photographer of flowers. From beautiful to whimsical, from frightening to eerie, his photos show these plants in all stages of their all-too-fleeting existence. The descriptive and informative text by Anthony Janson not only gives us some insight into the work and struggles of the photographer, but also points out nuances in the photos that might otherwise be easily overlooked by the viewer.

[Alisha · Rating 5 out of 5]

these are the only contemporary photographs of flowers that have truly taken away my breath. They are AMAZING and I want them for my walls. SERIOUSLY. SO BEAUTIFUL.

as an added bonus, looking at the book with my 2 yr old was a great memory in the making. Most he thought were jellyfish or something else at the aquarium.

[Ann Marie Nader · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is a gorgeous example of a lovely book with gorgeous pictures in it of fresh flowers.

[Relyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Man, oh man, this book is gorgeous. Really, really beautiful. Flower portraits like I've never seen.

[Ellen Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

what a wonderful way to spend a Sunday morning, immerseed in these ethereal photos of flowers.

[Charles · Rating 4 out of 5]

Huge close-up photography of flower blossoms. Lush textures and colors, and almost too intensely beautiful.

[Kathleen Messmer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting perspective on his work.

[Angie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Visually stunning.

The copy is informative and describes Beane's background and approach.

After borrowing it from the library, I had to buy my own copy.