Uncategorized – In the Beginning

A-8 Classic Photographer – Pennie Smith

Pennie Smith – 1949 to present (I think)

Francesca Woodman 1958-1981

A classic photographer by Jeanne S.

I chose to share the work of Francesca Woodman. I have been a fan of her work for many years. I’m attracted to Woodman’s photography for many reasons. Like Woodman, I enjoy merging my models with their environments. I am attracted to her use of long exposure times, the effect of blurred movements, and her use of self-portraiture. I believe that she felt called to do the deep work of a true artist, and I am drawn to her exploration of her medium. She was profoundly dedicated to her craft.

Woodman apparently believed that she wasn’t receiving the acclaim that she deserved, likely due to sexism. She has, however, received a great deal of acclaim in recent decades. I enjoy sharing her work and lifting her up, as I view her to be an important artist and photographer. Unfortunately, her depression overcame her, and she died a tragic death at the early age of 23.