Fred Herzog: Modern Color

The very best color street photography of a city before development. This book made me rethink color photography.

Favorite photographer and favorite photography book.

This book showcases the stunning work of Fred Herzog, a master of capturing the vibrant essence of city life. The collection of modern color photographs is a visual feast, each frame telling a unique and captivating story. It's like stepping into a time machine, transporting you to the bustling streets of a bygone era.The book's layout and print quality are excellent, doing justice to Herzog's exceptional talent and artistic eye. The colors pop off the pages, and every detail is crisp and captivating. It's like being on a mesmerizing journey through the heart of urban life, guided by a true visionary.If you're passionate about street photography and crave a dose of inspiration, "Fred Herzog: Modern Color" is a must-have addition to your collection. It's like immersing yourself in a world of timeless beauty, where each photograph becomes a window into the human experience. Prepare to be captivated, moved, and inspired by the magic of Fred Herzog's lens!

I may be biased, having grown up in Vancouver in the 50's and 60's when Herzog was shooting the city, but I think this is a stunning book of pictures from the period. Herzog opens his shutter for the perfect millisecond of a declined handshake, the majesty of a passenger ship leaving port, a woman exiting a variety store, etc.. If you are from Vancouver, and especially if you knew Vancouver as a seaport vs. a tourist destination, it is even better.

Great high quality publication fro Rizzoli

I feel so bad. I saw this book offered in my recommendations for some time now, but never pulled the trigger. Then a couple of weeks ago, Fred Herzog died, which let to a long thread on a photo site that I read, where many fans of the author were singing his praises. Several of the participants gave this book high Marks, so I ordered it.Why did I not have this book sooner? It is terrific!In the modern day world, (technically) perfect color photography can be achieved at will. Looking at the photos in this book will remind those of us that started shooting on color film how "perfection" is only one part of the picture (pun intended). These images would never be accepted by the pixel peepers and post processing experts, yet they are great. The short comings of the medium ('50s, '60s,...film stock) do not reduce the value of these images.The compositions, the juxtapositions, the timing make this a street shooting text book. The use of color, from a time when B&W rules is like looking at a time capsule. Most images are annotated with a date which puts everything in context... the cloths, styles, buildings.If you like street photography, get the book.

Excellent book

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