Wednesday, October 1, 2014

A Look At: Jeff Wall

Canadian artist Jeff Wall, is known for his photography work and even writings in art history. His work has been widely recognized, especially in North America, where he has received numerous awards – including the Hasselblad Award, in 2002, and the Audian Prize for Lifetime Achievement, in 2008, – distinctions – including being made a fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, in 2006, and being named an Officer of the Order of Canada, in 2007, – at MOMA, SFMOMA, the Art Institute of Chicago, and TATE Modern. 
He works a lot in the narrative or tableaux style of photography, where he creates stunning and impactful images. The scenes he sets up are either dynamic and filled with action or grounded giving a pause to the setting. His lighting also adds to the way he wants to portray a narrative in his photographs, giving it the right mood. 

boxing by jeff wall
Boxer, 2011

pawn shop by jeff wall
Pawn Shop, 2009
Volunteer, 1996

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