The Power of Photography

by Peter Fetterman

“When Iphotograph, I project what I'm not. What I would like to be.” – Lillian Bassman The power of photography lies in its ability to ignite emotions across barriers of language and culture. This selection of iconic images, compiled by pioneering collector and gallerist Peter Fetterman, celebrates the photograph's unique capacity for sensibility. Peter has been championing the photographic arts for over 30 years. He runs what is arguably the most important commercial photography gallery in the world. During the long months of lockdown, Peter ‘exhibited' one photograph per day, accompanied by inspirational text, quotes and poetry. This digital collection struck a chord with followers from around the world. The Power of Photography presents 120 outstanding images from the series, along with Peter's insightful words. This carefully curated selection offers an inspiring overview of the medium while paying homage to masters of the art. From the bizarre Boschian fantasies of Melvin Sokolsky to the haunting humanity of Ansel Adams's family portraits; from Miho Kajioka's interpretation of traditional Japanese aesthetics of to the joyful everyday scenes of Evelyn Hofer; from rare interior shots by famed nude photographer Ruth Bernhard to Bruce Davidson's wistful depiction of young men playing ballgames on a street; this book gathers some of the most unique and heartening photographs from the 20th century. Each image is a time capsule, offering us a glimpse into days gone past. Yet each photograph also speaks of tranquillity, peace, and hope for the future.

Genres: Photography

256 pages, Hardcover

Published May 2, 2022

Reviews

[Clarisse 451 · Rating 2 out of 5]

The book provided a chance to see some not so well known photographs from famous to not so famous photographers. The quality of the prints presented are excellent. However I got tired of reading about the Author/Collector in the text. I am interested in the photograph and maybe the photographer but not the Collector. It adds nothing to the images.

[Chaz Mc. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really great collection of photos, the majority in black & white. There’s some iconic photographers and lesser known ones, which I think is what makes the book exciting. Collecting is autobiographical, according to the author, and this does feel autobiographical to the author as he talks about his connections to the photographers. A good read, great shots.

[Karl · Rating 5 out of 5]

There are a lot of unknown talented photographers. Made this book awesome.