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Edward Weston (1886-1958) was an American photographer known for his innovative and influential work in the 20th century. He is considered one of the masters of modern photography and is renowned for his diverse subjects, including landscapes, still lifes, nudes, portraits, genre scenes, and whimsical parodies [1].

Early Life:

Edward Henry Weston was born on March 24, 1886, in Highland Park, Illinois [1].

His interest in photography began at an early age, and he received his first camera as a gift from his father on his 16th birthday [1].

Weston's early work showed artistic merit, and he started photographing in Chicago parks and his aunt's farm [1].

In 1904, his photograph "Spring, Chicago" was published in Camera and Darkroom, marking his first known publication [1].

Weston moved to California in 1906 and pursued a career in photography [1].

Becoming a Photographer:

Weston enrolled in the Illinois College of Photography in Effingham, Illinois, to receive professional training [1].

After completing the class work in six months, he moved back to California in 1908 [1].

Weston gained experience working at photography studios in Los Angeles and learned the techniques and business of operating a studio [1].

In 1910, he opened his own studio called "The Little Studio" in Tropico, California [1].

Weston's critical eye and dedication to his work led to recognition, prizes in national competitions, and publications in magazines [1].

He championed the pictorial style and wrote articles for magazines such as Photo-Era and American Photography [1].

Collaboration with Margrethe Mather:

In the fall of 1913, Weston met Margrethe Mather, a Los Angeles photographer, and they developed an intense relationship [1].

Mather's artistic vision and unconventional lifestyle influenced Weston's work, and they worked closely together for the next decade [1].

They made individual and jointly signed portraits of notable figures such as Carl Sandburg and Max Eastman [1].

Later Life and Legacy:

In 1937, Weston became the first photographer to receive a Guggenheim Fellowship, which allowed him to produce nearly 1,400 negatives using his 8 × 10 view camera over the next two years [1].