'an illuminating take on Sherman's career' - Publishers Weekly The perfect introduction to the life and work of Cindy Sherman The latest volume in the Phaidon Focus series aims to be the authoritative guide to Cindy Sherman, a photographer known for her provocative take on self-portraiture. Sherman dons a variety of costumes, using prosthetics, apparel, and setting to evoke historical portraits, headshots, and a variety of characters both human and monstrous. This book situates Sherman's early career path, mentioning her move to New York with then-boyfriend and fellow-artist Robert Longo in 1977 as well as commissions by Vogue and Artforum. Details Author: Paul Moorhouse Hardcover: 144 pages Date published: March 2014 Language: English ISBN: 9780714861555 Dimensions: 26.2 x 19.7 cm
