Fine art photography is a bright beacon of contemporary art and artistic mind. This experimental ground embodies the extravagant beauty that only a trained eye of a master can distinguish. The world of contemporary photography would not be as singular, authentic, and dramatic as it is now without one of its most ingenious ambassadors — David Drebin. This January, the prominent artist has presented Collectors Edition, a new book featuring 50 of his most iconic works, which is destined to become a must-have for anyone valuing the art of photography.
Collectors Edition is a 128-page portfolio and David Drebin’s seventh book, published by the German publishing company teNeues. It comprises 50 color photographs, the most masterful artworks created by the New York-based photographer throughout his career.
David Drebin, Girl in the Orange Dress, 2009 © David Drebin / teNeues
Collectors Edition dives deep into David Drebin’s aesthetic world, thoroughly examining his most iconic works. All of the featured photographs were once released in limited editions, and now they meaningfully embellish the pages of the artist’s brand-new book.
David Drebin, The Escapist, 2020 © David Drebin / teNeues
In some sense, Collectors Edition is an artful and complex magnum opus tributed to the best of the best of David Drebin’s extensive collection. The photographer became a household name thanks to his remarkable achievements in photography and outstanding images of celebs. At first glance, his genius lies in a very touching depiction of people, be they movie stars or sports personalities. However, what is more peculiar is Drebin’s uncanny ability to create a setting that would tug at your heartstrings and make you experience a gamut of emotions.
David Drebin at work, courtesy of David Drebin
David Drebin is a multidisciplinary artist born in Toronto, Canada, in 1970. He graduated from Parsons School of Design in New York in 1996. David Drebin is known worldwide for his singular style of work, which successfully blends various expressive media. To understand the genius of this amazing contemporary artist, you just have to look at his most iconic works. Collectors Edition is already available for sale, but keep in mind that it is limited to only 500 copies worldwide.
Featured image: David Drebin, Cover of the book "Collectors Edition" © David Drebin / teNeues
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