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Stephen Shames: A Lifetime in Photography

Collector Grade · C- Rarity · Common Deal · Fair Confidence · Medium
Hardcover English 228 pages 24.0 x 30.0 x 1.9 cm 1320g

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Rarity 0/100 · Collector 0/100 · Deal 55.16/100 · Listings: 22 · Avg price: $68.94 · Min price: $42.30

Description

A Lifetime in Photography reflects a sustained engagement with documentary and portrait photography, showcasing Stephen Shames’s dedication to capturing social realities over decades. The work focuses on intimate, human-centered images that emphasize personal narratives within broader historical contexts.

The collection navigates themes of activism, community, and resilience, illustrating how visual storytelling can reveal complex social dynamics. Shames’s approach is marked by empathy and a commitment to giving voice to often marginalized or underrepresented subjects.

Published by Kehrer Verlag in 2025, this 228-page volume consolidates Shames’s photographic career, offering insights into his evolving visual strategy and thematic concerns.