The Contact Sheet

From Strand Bookstore

Featuring a diverse collection of original contact sheets from over forty international photographers, THE CONTACT SHEET allows in-depth insight into the subject matter and the photographic process - often revealing a deeper story that has not been told. From William Caxton to William Wegman the photographers in this collection are both well-known names as well as up-and-coming artists, making this an indispensable addition to the library of any serious lover of photography. Illus.

From the Publisher

THE CONTACT SHEET offers an insightful look into some of the most iconic photographs of our times, unveiling rarely seen contact sheets from the original photo sessions. This compilation showcases some of the most seminal photographers of our time, revealing the depth and breadth of their photographic process. Photographers such as William Claxton, Chuck Close, Robert Doisneau, Nan Golding, Dorothea Lange, Julius Shulman, Jeanloup Sieff, and many more are featured here in this compelling compilation. For every iconic photograph, many images taken before and after this are left unseen to anyone but the photographer. Examining the contact sheets from these original photographic sessions allows insight into the subject matter, the photographic process, and often reveals a deeper story that has never been told. Over forty iconic photographs by world famous photographers, and a few emerging artists, are showcased in detail in THE CONTACT SHEET--complete with short biographies and background details of the sessions themselves. THE CONTACT SHEET is an indispensable must-have for any serious fan of fine photography.

Review

Susan Stamberg - National Public Radio
"As we move rapidly away from film to digital, these artifacts reveal the art behind a nearly extinct process."