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In the fourth installment of The Photography Workshop Series, Mary Ellen Mark—well-known for her portraits of emotional power—offers her insight on observing the world and capturing dramatic moments that reveal more than the reality at hand.
In this series, Aperture works with the world’s top photographers to distill their creative approaches, teachings, and insights on photography—offering the workshop experience in a book. Our goal is to inspire photographers of all levels who wish to improve their work, as well as readers interested in deepening their understanding of the art of photography. Through words and pictures, Mark shares her own creative process and discusses a wide range of issues, such as gaining the trust of the subject, taking pictures that are controlled but unforced, and organizing the frame so that every part contributes toward telling the story.
As a reading experience, the books feel more like monographs with expansive captions than generic how-to guides.
– Eye Magazine
Offers readers a behind-the-scenes look at some of her iconic photographs, along with sage advice on making powerful, storytelling portraits.
– New York Journal of Books
The wealth of experience and wisdom—more than 50 years’ worth—distilled into these pages makes this book a worthwhile addition to any photographer’s library.
– New York Journal of Books
It is Mark’s blend of frank reminiscence and honest advice paired with her photos selected from over 50 years of photographing that makes this book an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Mark’s work and technique.
–PDN