Disciple & Master

by Pierre Borhan and Joel-Peter Witkin

Disciple & Master unites witkin's photographs with the images that inspired them. Works by photographers such as Charles Negre, Walker Evans, Horst and Cartier-Bresson are matched with Witkin's... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1584180218
• ISBN13: 9781584180210
• Release Date: October 2000
• Publisher: Fotofolio
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 3.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 11.8" x 11.8"

Customer Reviews

Another Dimension

This book gives readers a unique view into the work and mind of Joel-Peter Witkin. Not only does it provide us with a good sampling of his own thought-provoking imagery, but also with visual references of the works that have influenced his photographs. In addition, Witkin gives us, in his own words, written insight, a personal interpretation of some of the images he has created. It is put together nicely with the text preceeding the photographs so that the photos occupy seperate pages. In this way the text enhances the viewing rather than interrupts it. Highly recommended.

Stunning achievement

A book that will satisfy both the avid fans of Joel Peter Witkin's art and newcomers to this modern genius' output. We earn more about influence and process than we ever thought we would know. This beautifully presented volume is both an homage to Witkin's mentors and a celebration of his gifts as Master of the Bizarre. A fine addition to the volumes on Witkin and to the library of Fine Art Photography in general.

Understanding Joel-Peter Witkin

This book offers a key to Joel-Peter Witkin's art missing from previously publications featuring his work. His choice of 'ancestors' for his own work is enlightening, fascinating, stimulating and often startling. Anyone interested in photographic history and photographic purposes can learn from this book. An additional bonus is that it is beautifully designed and produced.