Author: BOWN, JANE & DAVID BAILEY (FOREWORD) & LUKE DODD (INTRODUCTION)
Title: Exposure
Description: London: Guardian Books, 2009. First Edition; First Impression. Original Boards. Light wear to spine, covers & corners. Dustjacket: light wear & soiling to front & back covers & spine. Back cover slightly water damaged. Slight wear to front cover & flaps top margins & corners. ; Light wear to spine, covers & corners. Dustjacket: light wear & soiling to front & back covers & spine. Back cover slightly water damaged. Slight wear to front cover & flaps top margins & corners. ; 26.4 x 26.4 x 2.8 cms; xii, 244 pages; Jane Bown (1925–2014) was a renowned English photographer celebrated for her compelling black-and-white portraits. Born on March 13, 1925, in Eastnor, Herefordshire, she served in the Women's Royal Naval Service during World War II before studying photography at Guildford School of Art from 1946 to 1950.In 1949, Bown began her prolific career with The Observer newspaper, capturing candid images of prominent figures such as Bertrand Russell, Samuel Beckett, Queen Elizabeth II, and The Beatles. Her minimalist approach utilized natural light and a simple camera setup, allowing her to seize spontaneous moments that revealed the essence of her subjects. Throughout her career, Bown received numerous accolades, including being appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in 1985 and Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 1995. Her work has been exhibited at prestigious institutions like the National Portrait Gallery in London and is held in various permanent collections. Jane Bown's legacy endures through her timeless portraits, which continue to influence and inspire the field of photography. She passed away on December 21, 2014, at the age of 89.. Very Good+ in Good dust jacket .

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