The Art of Photography Artist Series

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  • 2016
  • 2 Seasons

The Art of Photography Artist Series is a captivating show where renowned photographer Ted Forbes interviews and focuses on various artists whose work encompasses different genres of photography. Two of the artists in Docuseries are William Wegman and Alexey Titarenko whose works are of a diverse nature.

William Wegman's contribution to the world of photography as an artist is simply remarkable. He is a renowned photographer whose work revolves around his love for dogs, especially Weimaraners. Wegman's lens captures these elegant dogs in various poses, showcasing their human-like quirks and characteristics that make them such beloved companions. In the episode featuring Wegman, Forbes delves into the creativity and imagination behind each of his iconic photographs. They discuss the minutiae of how the dogs are trained to pose and how Wegman is able to evoke such emotions and narratives from each frame. It's fascinating to see the behind-the-scenes footage of his photoshoots as well as the final images that we all know and love.

On the other hand, Alexey Titarenko's work is mostly composed of black and white photographs depicting the streets of St. Petersburg, Russia. His work is more political as it portrays the social and cultural upheavals happening in the country during the 90s. Titarenko's photos are dark, brooding, and full of contrasts. The way the light and shadows play on the streets and buildings of St. Petersburg is almost ethereal. In the episode featuring Titarenko, Forbes explores how he manages to capture such a complex world into a single frame. Titarenko talks about his influences, struggles, and different techniques he used to create his unique style. His photos and creative process are truly mesmerizing and the episode is a must-watch for anyone who loves street photography.

Apart from these interviews, The Art of Photography Artist Series also features discussions on various themes related to photography such as color theory, composition, and storytelling. These conversations are engaging and knowledgeable, shedding light on the process of creating a photograph from the initial concept to the final product. The show also features critiques of photos submitted by viewers which provide insights into the different ways one can approach a subject.

The Art of Photography Artist Series from Ted Forbes is an educational and exciting show for those who appreciate the art of photography. It provides a wealth of knowledge about the different nuances of professional photography and also showcases different artists' unique styles and approaches. Forbes does an excellent job of keeping the conversations engaging and informative, and the show is well worth the watch for both amateur and professional photographers.

The Art of Photography Artist Series is a series that ran for 2 seasons (10 episodes) between April 5, 2016 and on Ted Forbes

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Keith Carter
6. Keith Carter
July 26, 2017
Keith Carter is a contemporary American photographer based in Beaumont, Texas. His photography has evolved over the years incorporating many mediums including silver gelatin, wet plate collodion, photograms and digital photography. Keith uses many techniques and approaches to conceptually portray his statements as a photographer.
Pedro Meyer
5. Pedro Meyer
July 19, 2017
Pedro Meyer is one of the significant, contemporary photographers in Mexico. His career has spanned decades of photography and he's usually found himself at the forefront of the technical and social possibilities of the medium. Heresies is a retrospective comprising four decades of photography. The exhibition opened simultaneously in 60 museums worldwide.
Lourdes Grobet
4. Lourdes Grobet
July 12, 2017
Lourdes Grobet is a Mexico City based photographer known best for her work with Lucha Libre wrestlers including El Santo and Blue Demon. Starting her career in photography as a conceptual artist in the late 1960s, she eventually became the first prominent female photographer in Lucha Libre for most of her career. Grobet works in large series projects which also include a 35 year project with the T
David Brookover
3. David Brookover
July 5, 2017
David Brookover is a contemporary American photographer who specializes in landscape images. Based in Jackson Hole, Wyoming he currently owns his own gallery. Having spent 15 years in Japan, Brookover is greatly influenced by Japanese art and textiles which is reflected in the diverse mediums of printing and paper use that is a major part of his work.
Graciela Iturbide
2. Graciela Iturbide
June 28, 2017
Graciela Iturbide is one of the great contemporary photographers of Mexico. As a protege of the modernest master Manuel Alvarez Bravo, she worked as his assistant before starting her own career in photography in the early 1970's. Working mostly in large-scale documentary projects, she was commissioned in 1978 by the Ethnographic Archive of the National Indigenous Institute of Mexico to photograph
Season 2 Trailer
1. Season 2 Trailer
June 21, 2017
The Artist Series, Season 2 features 5 photographers. Keith Carter, Graciela Iturbide, David Brookover, Lourdes Grobet and Pedro Meyer. Thank you to the photography community that made this possible. These videos are for you.
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Where to Watch The Art of Photography Artist Series
The Art of Photography Artist Series is available for streaming on the Ted Forbes website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Art of Photography Artist Series on demand at Amazon.
  • Premiere Date
    April 5, 2016