Shoot: Photography of the Moment

by Ken Miller, Penny Martin (Contributor), Stephen Shore (Contributor)

Shoot gathers over 20 photographers whose work focuses on capturing a moment rather than elaborate lighting setups or controlled, manufactured scenarios. Employing the most basic photographic tools—a single-lens reflex camera and natural light—they must rely on their instincts and their ability to interact with a situation to create a dynamic image. This freewheeling approach reflects an era in which we are increasingly bombarded by images, and the emotional resonance of images has become an important part of our visual vocabulary. The book documents the influence of an older generation of art photographers, such as the legendary Nan Goldin and Wolfgang Tillmans, and expands on a younger generation of photographers, including Tim Barber and J. H. Engström, to show how this style has gained traction and influence.

Genres: Photography

208 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2009

Reviews

[Pearse Anderson · Rating 3 out of 5]

A fine collection of harsh photographs that, similarly to the last Brian Evenson, convince me it's easier to be an artist than some say: dedication, a complete artist's statement, and submitting seems certainly to be key. The juxtaposition and design of this book really contributed to its success. Wasn't super keen or quite; something like LensCulture Vol 1 would probably look miles ahead to this. 5/10.