William A. Garnett (1916–2006) was an American photographer known for his stunning aerial landscapes. After serving in the U.S. Army, he learned to fly and began capturing breathtaking images from above, using light and composition to transform natural landscapes into abstract art. His work gained widespread recognition, earning him three Guggenheim fellowships and a solo exhibition at the George Eastman House. Garnett's photographs were also featured in Edward Steichen’s iconic The Family of Man exhibition at MoMA, solidifying his legacy in American photography.
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"Two Fonds, Tumbleweeds and Sagebrush"
Carrizo Plain, California
hand signed (verso on label)
Photo
Cibachrome Print on Metall
Year: 1978
Size: 61 x 91 cm
Conditon: slight storage marks, slight edge of former frame
William A. Garnett (1916–2006) was an American photographer known for his stunning aerial landscapes. After serving in the U.S. Army, he learned to fly and began capturing breathtaking images from above, using light and composition to transform natural landscapes into abstract art. His work gained widespread recognition, earning him three Guggenheim fellowships and a solo exhibition at the George Eastman House. Garnett's photographs were also featured in Edward Steichen’s iconic The Family of Man exhibition at MoMA, solidifying his legacy in American photography.
Technique: | Photography |
Surface: | Cibachrome Print on Metall |
Year: | 1978 |
Country of Origin: | United States |
Signed: | Handsigned and Numbered |
Total Size: | 61 x 91 cm |
Orientation: | Landscape |
Primary Color: | Red |
Secondary Color: | White |
Size: | Medium (60-120 cm) |