Elliott Erwitt

by Elliott Erwitt (Photographer)

The classic Photofile series brings together the best work of the world's greatest photographers in an attractive format and at a reasonable price. Handsome and collectible, the books are produced to the highest standards. Each volume contains full-page reproductions printed in superb duotone, together with a critical introduction and a full bibliography. Now back in print, the series was awarded the first annual prize for distinguished photographic books by the International Center of Photography.

Elliott Erwitt (b. 1928), an American by adoption, has a humorous outlook that is reflected in his always elegant work. His photographs take advantage of the sudden coincidence, the fortuitous conjunction of objects and events, to reveal the ridiculous or comical sides of everyday life. Dogs are a favorite subject for Erwitt, often serving as a witty metaphor for human foibles. 74 duotone illustrations

Genres: Photography

144 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

About the author

Elliott Erwitt (born Elio Romano Erwitz) is an advertising and journalistic photographer known for his black and white candid shots of ironic and absurd situations within everyday settings -- the master of the "indecisive moment".

Reviews

[Judy Li]

Have seen many of the content before. Still there’s something new and interesting

[John Greenwood · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great collection of some of Elliot Erwitt's iconic images, as well as some I've never seen before.

Also a nice introduction from the photographer, followed by a summation of his life and work.

[Elis · Rating 5 out of 5]

His photographs tell amazing stories, whether they were a single image, or a few printed across two pages.