Edward Steichen (1879–1973) was an influential American photographer, painter, and exhibition designer who significantly shaped the development of modern photography. Born in Luxembourg, Steichen emigrated to the United States as a child and became a pioneer in various photographic styles, including pictorialism, fashion, and commercial photography. He was a founding member of the Photo-Secession movement and was instrumental in elevating photography to the status of fine art. Throughout his career, Steichen was recognized for his aesthetic vision and his role as a major figure in both the artistic and commercial applications of the medium.[1,3]
A Life in Photography1963 · Doubleday and Company / The Museum of Modern Art · book · EnglishAutobiography containing photographs and text by Steichen.
