Biography

Joel Meyerowitz is an influential American photographer, born on March 6, 1938. He is renowned for his pioneering work in color photography, a medium he began exploring in 1962 at a time when black and white was the dominant form in serious art photography. Meyerowitz's early advocacy for color photography helped to establish it as a legitimate art form. His work spans street, portrait, and landscape photography, capturing the vibrancy and complexity of urban and natural environments. Meyerowitz has taught photography at the Cooper Union in New York City and his works are held in prestigious collections such as the International Center of Photography, the Museum of Modern Art, and the New York Public Library. He is perhaps best known for his book "Aftermath: World Trade Center Archive," which documents the cleanup process following the September 11, 2001 attacks. This work is a poignant testament to his ability to capture historical moments with sensitivity and depth. Collectors and institutions value Meyerowitz's work for its groundbreaking use of color and its ability to convey the essence of time and place.