Rocky Schenck : Photographs

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Summary: gorgeous book
Review: As an owner of one of Rocky Schenck's photographs, I was thrilled when I saw that there is a book published that is dedicated solely to his phtography. And what a book it is! This beautiful book, documenting Rocky's work from the mid ninties through the present, is a work of art in and of itself. Since the price was so reasonable I never expected such high quality production. The paper used is perfect, as it has a great "hand" and a subtle glossiness. Each plate has it's own page as well it should for a book of photographs. Rocky Schenck's work is just so beautiful! Even if you are not familiar with his dreamlike and brilliant compositons you would be safe to treat yourself to this book sight unseen.

Rating:
Summary: Rocky is Brilliant
Review: Rocky is one of the most interesting fine art photographers at work today. While there is a little of the turn-of-the-century Pictorialist sensibility in these pictures, he warps that tradition in sophisticated and surprising ways. In addition, he shows how powerful suggested narrative can be in the right hands. Stories are everywhere in these images--but the photographer leaves them open-ended, the mystery intact. This is work that gives one hope for contemporary fine art photography.

Rating:
Summary: Rocky is Brilliant
Review: Rocky is one of the most interesting fine art photographers at work today. While there is a little of the turn-of-the-century Pictorialist sensibility in these pictures, he warps that tradition in sophisticated and surprising ways. In addition, he shows how powerful suggested narrative can be in the right hands. Stories are everywhere in these images--but the photographer leaves them open-ended, the mystery intact. This is work that gives one hope for contemporary fine art photography.