This book looks gorgeous.
Slated to release in September from Steidl, "Liquid Light 1983-2003" is a collection of what the New York Times describes as "ethereal images of sea and sky".
Fabien Baron was born and raised in France before moving to American in the early 80's. His resume includes creative director for several prominent publications such as Italian Vogue, Interview, and Harper's Bazaar. Currently Mr. Baron serves as the creative director for French Vogue and is also the founder of Baron & Baron, a New York design and advertising agency.
This personal picture book was created over the past 20 years - and some 2,000 images later - the single-volume monograph collection evolved. The making of this work involved Mr. Baron waking at 4 a.m. and hauling his heavy 8 x 10 Deardorff camera to beaches in New York, Skane and Sweden, often waiting hours for just the right light.
In a New York Times article, Mr. Baron is quoted as saying, "It was a big part of my routine, like going to the gym. And it allowed me to reconnect to the basics. It was very Zen".
I can relate to this concept of a personal mission becoming part of your routine. While looking at the preview of inside spreads, I felt just how peaceful, serene, and stunning in their simplicity and beauty these images are. The depths of Mr. Baron's dedication is evident in each patient shot and I felt it.
The book will retail for $95.oo US, and my name is already on the waiting list. Add your name to the list here.
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