Ever considered how a single image can define an entire era? That’s the enchantment of Walker Evans. More than a photographer, he was a storyteller who reimagined how we capture life. His work was innovative, groundbreaking, and transformative—turning reality into art and reshaping the essence of photography itself. Bold? Without a doubt.
Now, picture experiencing Evans’ legacy through the lens of David Campany, a renowned photography lecturer at the University of Westminster in London. Listening to Campany speak about art is like unlocking a new dimension where images weave connections to memory, culture, and history. He doesn’t just analyze photography; he breathes life into it.
And here’s the exciting part. In 2015, a book on Evans’ work, enriched by Campany’s insights, won the German Photobook Prize (silver). A remarkable achievement, housed within beautifully crafted pages. Designing that book during my time at Steidl Publishers was nothing short of a dream. The precision, the attention to detail, the synergy with Campany—it was a collaboration rooted in passion and creativity, resulting in something truly timeless.
But this book isn’t just a collection of images. It’s a visual and narrative masterpiece—a dialogue between Evans’ iconic photographs and Campany’s profound perspective. Layer by layer, page by page, it tells a story that immerses you in the art of seeing. Award-winning for a reason, it’s not just a book about photography—it’s an exploration of vision itself.
