✨AI Reimagines the Masters✨ Joel Meyerowitz|210/1000

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Joel Meyerowitz is an American street, portrait, and landscape photographer known for his pioneering use of color photography. He was born on March 6, 1938, in New York City [1]. Meyerowitz began his photography career in 1962 and quickly became an advocate for color photography at a time when it was not widely accepted as serious art [1]. He is considered one of the early influencers in changing the attitude towards color photography, leading to its universal acceptance [2].

Meyerowitz's work is characterized by his ability to capture the essence of everyday life and his keen eye for composition. Inspired by photographers like Henri Cartier-Bresson, Robert Frank, and Eugène Atget, Meyerowitz developed his own unique style [1]. He is particularly known for his street photography, capturing candid moments and scenes from the streets of New York City [1].

In addition to street photography, Meyerowitz has also explored other genres such as portraiture and landscape photography. His book "Cape Light" is considered a classic work of color photography and has sold over 150,000 copies [2]. He has also published books on subjects like wildflowers, portraits of redheads, and the landscapes of Tuscany [1].

One of Meyerowitz's notable projects was his documentation of the aftermath of the September 11, 2001, attack on the World Trade Center. He was granted unrestricted access to Ground Zero immediately following the attack, resulting in the book "Aftermath: World Trade Center Archive" [1].

Meyerowitz's work is highly regarded and can be found in the collections of prestigious institutions such as the International Center of Photography, Museum of Modern Art, and New York Public Library [1]. He has been the subject of numerous exhibitions, including a retrospective at the NRW-Forum Düsseldorf [2].