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Under the Influence:
The
Photographic Homage
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If imitation is the greatest form of flattery, then
photographers are some of the most accomplished adulators. Throughout
history, photographers have payed homage to those before them. The 1980/90s
was one of the richest time periods for such work, as an influx of photographers
made pieces which commented on art history. From Cindy Sherman’s
re-creation of movie stills, to Sherry Levine’s direct copies
of famous historical photographs, to Mark Klett walking in the footsteps
of 19th c. survey photographers, to Andres Serrano’s bow to Edward
Curtis, photographers have been some of the most prolific artists paying
homage to their own. |
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