Description
At Work is a photography book by Annie Leibovitz in which the celebrated photographer explains how some of her best-known photographs were made. Beginning with her coverage of Richard Nixon’s resignation and ending with Barack Obama’s presidential campaign, the book spans her work in portraiture, reportage, fashion photography, lighting and digital photography.
Along the way, Leibovitz discusses photographs and assignments involving figures including John Lennon and Yoko Ono, Demi Moore, Whoopi Goldberg, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Keith Haring, Patti Smith, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Kate Moss and Queen Elizabeth. Drawing on her own career, she offers insight into the practical and creative decisions behind her photographs and the changing technology she has worked with.
A good choice for readers interested in photography, portraiture and the work of one of the most influential photographers of the modern era, as well as anyone interested in the stories and techniques behind famous photographs.
