Capturing the Essence: A Summer of Street Photography at Fotografiska New York
Two exceptional exhibitions will be on display during our lively summer celebration of street photography: One will showcase the unknown pictures of the life of mid-century cities in black and white taken by Vivian Maier whose candid photos have intrigued audiences worldwide and the other will present Bruce Gilden’s aggressive street photography in New York. These shows will be accompanied by photography workshops for photographers of all skill levels to enable them to improve on their skills. This season is a must-attend for all lovers of photography since participants will be taught how to take street photos right from composition, lighting, and the ability to capture moments naturally.
The Vibrant World of Street Photography
The concept of street photography is capturing the spontaneous and candid moments of the life in public places. These photographs tell the daily life story in a very raw and real manner irrespective of whether the subject is a stranger or a city. Street photographers who focus on candid photography document the spontaneity and chaos of urban landscapes as if they are narrators.
Vivian Maier: The Enigmatic Photographer
More famous is the work of Vivian Maier. During her free time, Maier who was a nanny, wandered the streets of New York and Chicago in the middle of the twentieth century capturing images that would echo around the world. Her photographs are shrouded in mystery as they were discovered posthumously and add mystery to an already enigmatic collection of her work.
Maier’s “Unseen Work” is showcased at Fotografiska and it is a perfect example of how she captured the ordinary world in a rather extraordinary way. Any fan of street photography should not miss this show because of her talent in capturing even the tiniest of details of the everyday life.
Street Photography at Fotografiska: Bruce Gilden’s Confrontational New York
Bruce Gilden’s style is more raw and aggressive as compared to Maier’s technique of capturing the subjects. Gilden is a photographer who is not only famous for his aggressive approach to his work but also who engages the streets. His pictures of the Big Apple are provocative and often depict the passion and the grit of urban life. The spirit and the richness that can be found in New York are well illustrated in Gilden’s artwork. The show ‘Why These?’ explains Gilden’s provocative technique and lets the audience witness New York City streets through his unadulterated lens at Fotografiska. As usual, Gilden’s style shines through as the personality and events of the city that are usually left unnoticed are depicted.
Workshops and Events at Fotografiska
Fotografiska is not only about viewing art but making it as well. All levels of experience are encouraged to sign up for the museum’s summer street photography courses. These classes will give you all the information you require on street photography and how to go about it including the basics of composition as well as the best time to shoot.
One of the most outstanding events is the screening of the Oscar-nominated documentary called “Finding Vivian Maier”. In the movie, the focus is made on the life and career of Maier to expose the mysteries. Also included are interviews with other photographers, which may be useful for familiarizing yourself with photography and its development in general.
The Impact of Street Photography on Modern Visual Culture
Street photography has been a dominant factor in visual culture ranging from social documentary to fashion photography. Street photographers capture successes and failures of society, and real-life situations in their photos. It is here that the role of Fotografiska and similar exhibitions in attracting new audiences to the genre of street photography cannot be overemphasized.
Experience the Power of Street Photography: Summer Exhibitions at Fotografiska New York
In a summertime celebration of street photography, Fotografiska New York is hosting two outstanding exhibitions: one by Bruce Gilden that contains rather harsh and rather aggressive photos of New York and another one by Vivian Maier that offers rather enigmatic black-and-white shots of the mid-century city life. Amateurs and professional photographers can benefit from this unique chance to familiarize themselves with the street photography and develop their skills at these exhibitions and workshops. With the growing influence of the street photography in the contemporary visual culture, Fotografiska’s commitment to explore such powerful stories allows new spectators to enter the core of urban existence and its raw, unscripted moments. Don’t miss this event which offers you a glimpse of the world of street photography.
Fotografiska New York Is Hosting An Event This Summer! Experience the fun of urban narrative as you visit great street photo displays, sharpen your skills in our workshops and many more. Do not wait any longer and find out more about street photography.
