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Summary: The difference between pictures & photographs...
Review: As a professional photojournalist and glamour photographer, I have learned over time that there is a difference between pictures and photographs--Robert creates photographs that envoke emotions--he doesn't create pictures.Robert also shows form in his images, something hard to find even in photographs. Robert knows how to capture the viewer with his images, and he does this with not just his framing, but taking into account all the technical aspects involved in photography. He thinks like the film thinks, he sees like the film sees, he feels the light--a true master. I was also impressed in the types of film and camera formats he used in this book, from AFGAchrome film to Polapan and even negative color film. Robert used 35mm, my favorite Contax for medium format and even Minox. His use of light, from strobe, tungsten to existing light reinforces the viewer with his mastery of light. I own this and other Farber books--and this is a must have of any Farber collection. ...
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Summary: excellent artist and book
Review: If you are a fine art photographer you already know the artist, he is without a doubt in the top ten today. If you are into fine art this book is a must for your personal library. If you are like myself a photographer who is inspired by incrediable work, both artistically and techincally this is a must for you as well. The images capture the hidden grace and beauty of the female form while avoiding being typed as graphic or other negatives. His style is well defined and the lighting is simple yet effect and the use of cropping guides the viewer along the lines like a short classical musical melody. Come and be inspired.
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Summary: Voluptuous
Review: Just some photographs of women that happen to be voluptuous, radiant, sensual, pleasing, attractive, fleshy, tempting, inviting, lovely, beautiful, lush, provocative, alluring, sumptuous, erotic and classic. The format is pleasingly oversize and there is even some mention of technical information in the back of the book -- although not enough to be truly helpful. Farber has instincts on light and shadow that surpass most photographers and insticts cannot be translated into technical jargon. Forget the technical stuff and just enjoy the heady pleasure this book gives; well worth the money. I'll bet you look at it many times before relegating it to the bookshelf.
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Summary: A close look into the world of natural beauty
Review: Robert Farber is by far one of the most well known photographers of nudes and fashion. One can not mistake his work, his soft style with a mix of hard grain.
This book is a large collection of his work in nude photography throughout his years in photography. Each plate in this book has its own feel and meaning, drawing the viewer into his work even more. It is no wonder that Farbers works are displayed in permanent collections around the world.
The book is beautifully published on thick warm toned paper, which is perfect for displaying his work, do to the fact that these reproductions are about as close as you can get to the real thing.
The book does not display just nudes either. Scattered throughout the book are chrome shots of landscapes and portraits of flowers as well, hence the name "Natural Beauty". Every page in this book is a wonder. Once you get to the back, a small index of each photo is displayed with text by Farber on how he went about making each and every photo in the book. This is great because you really get to see how he goes about his creative process.
This is a great coffee table Monograph of beautiful photographs that cannot be passed up. This is a very important monograph that all photographers and collectors alike should have. Not many photographers are able to mimic Farbers style, other than the legend David Hamilton and the newcomer Richard Murrian, which makes the works in the book stand out like no other.
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Summary: Excellent book of Farber's photography of the female form.
Review: This book does a great job of capturing some of the great work that Farber has done with his photography. He has a beautiful style of creating images of the female shape and form. I enjoy looking through the pages and thinking about the various techniques and ideas that he uses in his work. I use the book in my own photography studies in college and find it very helpful.
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Summary: Excellent book of Farber's photography of the female form.
Review: This book does a great job of capturing some of the great work that Farber has done with his photography. He has a beautiful style of creating images of the female shape and form. I enjoy looking through the pages and thinking about the various techniques and ideas that he uses in his work. I use the book in my own photography studies in college and find it very helpful.
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Summary: excellent artist and book
Review: This book is a wonderfully presented collection of interesting fine art photos. The creative moody use of grain is quite inspirational. It occupies a proud place on my shelf.
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Summary: A beautiful piece of work
Review: This book is a wonderfully presented collection of interesting fine art photos. The creative moody use of grain is quite inspirational. It occupies a proud place on my shelf.
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Summary: This book is not worth the money
Review: This book is very boring. The images produced are highly over rated. A complete oversaturation of sepia toning.
This book is more of an artsy hype than fine art photographs.
I was completely disapointed when I opened the covers.
Don't waste your money on this one.
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