The Works of Matthew Brady vs . Richard Avedon
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The Works of Matthew Brady vs. Richard Avedon Born in 1822 and died in 1896 From Warren County, New York Born in 1923 and died in 2004 From New York City, New York
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The Works ofMatthew Brady vs. Richard Avedon
Born in 1822 and died in 1896 From Warren County, New York
Born in 1923 and died in 2004From New York City, New York
What Did These Artist Face During Their Photography Careers?
Matthew Brady
The major historical event that Matthew Brady faced during his career as a photographer was the American Civil War. This was the war in the United States between the North and the South. 1861-1865. Brady witnessed brutal things and showed them through his photos.
Richard AvedonRichard Avedon was inspired by his parents clothing business, as a boy he took great interest in fashion, especially enjoying photographing the clothes in his father’s store. He shot photos for Harpers, Bazaar, and Vogue Magazine.
Their GOALS/VISION for Making Pictures
Matthew Brady• His photos were based on his internal
instincts. Outside problems that he faced when he was alive influenced his photo taking and qualities. He focused on important events and people in most of his photos.
Richard Avedon• He wanted to kindle his interest in fashion
photography.
What technology did each artist use?
Matthew Brady• The camera he used
was called the daguerreotype camera. It was invented by Louis Daguerre. Daguerreotype was developed for a more convenient and effective method of photography.
Richard Avedon• The camera he used
was called a Kodak .Box Brownie Camera
Important project/contribution of each artist!
Matthew Brady• He took many photos to create
portraits of the people involved in the American Civil War
• Took photos of the events happening during the American Civil War.
• Photos of Abraham Lincoln
Richard Avedon• In the American West• Photos for Beatles Posters• Photos of Judy Garland
The most important physical attributes of each artists' work
Matthew Brady Richard Avedon• Full of emotion• Full of Laughing• Full of Smiling• Portraits
• Photos usually Black & White or Sepia tone.•Portraits•Some photos showed unity
Images By Each Artist
Matthew Brady’s Work Richard Avedon’s Work
More images by each Artist
Matthew Brady Richard Avedon
Quote by each artist and what it means?
Matthew Brady“Results are
uncertain even among the most experienced photographers”
Explanation: You’ll never know what your going to get from something once it’s developed.
Richard Avedon“My portraits are more
about me than the are about the people I photograph”
Explanation: All the photos he took were all about things happening to his life and not only about the people who are in the photo he is making.
Compare and Contrast
• Both artists’ photography were based on portraits. They took photos of important/famous people of their time. Our favorite artist is Richard Avedon.
