All About Paul Strand

Paul Strand was a great photographer like many others, who created pictorial studies in the 1910's and 20's.  It all started when Strand was introduced to photography New York City's Ethical Culture School.  There, his first photography teacher showed him a deep sense of commitment to the social betterment of humankind as well as many other photographers from the past.  This made Paul realize that he too wanted to become a photographer.  His style evolved into photos that had much of movement in the city, abstractions, and street portraits.  Paul Strand's beautiful composition and contrast are still enjoyed today and truly show the city life.  His work with shadows and light have inspired many other artists, and he made the perfect example of how normal people can impact the world through a lens. Paul's work is very well done.