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Pamela Bannos / University Of Chicago Press / 2017年10月10日
《Vivian Maier: A Photographer’s Life and Afterlife》是由Pamela Bannos撰写的一本探索性传记，详细介绍了Vivian Maier这位神秘摄影师的生平及其作品被发现后的广泛影响。Vivian Maier是一位生活在20世纪的芝加哥，以保姆为职业的女性，她过着隐秘的生活，却在业余时间拍摄了成千上万张照片，这些照片记录了城市的街头景象和人们的日常生活。 Bannos通过深入研究Maier的背景、她的兴趣以及她的摄影技巧，揭示了这位摄影师如何以其独特的视角捕捉时代的精髓。书中不仅讨论了Maier的摄影作品，还涉及了她的个人生活，包括她与雇主、孩子们的关系，以及她对隐私的极度重视。 Vivian Maier的作品在她去世后被发现，引起了艺术界和公众的极大兴趣。她的照片以其原始、直接且充满人文关怀的风格而受到赞誉。Bannos在书中探讨了Maier作品被发现和传播的过程，以及这如何影响了公众对她个人生活的看法和评价。 总的来说，这本书不仅是一部关于Vivian Maier的传记，也是对摄影艺术、个人隐私和文化遗产的深刻反思。通过Bannos的笔触，读者得以一窥这位神秘摄影师的世界，理解她如何在不为人知的情况下，创作出如此深刻且引人入胜的作品。
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Chapter 1: The Enigmatic Nanny
Subsection 1.1: Introduction to Vivian Maier
**Background**: Vivian Maier, born in 1926, was a nanny and street photographer.
**Mystery**: Little was known about her personal life until after her death.
Subsection 1.2: The Revelation of her Work
**discovery**: Her photographs were discovered by a real estate agent John Maloof in an auction.
**Impact**: Her work soon gained recognition in the photography community.
Chapter 2: The Life of a Nanny
Subsection 2.1: Early Years and Family Background
**Parentage**: Vivian's mother was a French woman, and her father an Austrian, with a complicated family history.
**Siblings**: She had a younger brother, Carl, with whom she shared an uneasy relationship.
Subsection 2.2: Professional Life as a Nanny
**Chicago residences**: She worked for various families in Chicago, spending most of her time with the Newbury family.
**Photography**: Her camera became a constant companion during her daily work and outings with the children.
Chapter 3: The摄影家
Subsection 3.1: Street Photography
**Style**: Vivian Maier's street photography was raw, candid, and captured the essence of urban life.
**Subjects**: Her subjects ranged from the poor to the wealthy, with a particular focus on everyday individuals.
Subsection 3.2: Techniques and Equipment
**Equipment**: She was known for using Rolleiflex cameras, which provided a square format and excellent image quality.
**Editing**: Unlike many photographers, Maier did not heavily edit her photos but allowed the images to speak for themselves.
Chapter 4: The Aftermath of Discovery
Subsection 4.1: Posthumous Fame
**Exhibitions**: Galleries began to exhibit her works posthumously, leading to a resurgence of interest in street photography.
**Books**: Publications detailing her life and work helped solidify her place in photography history.
Subsection 4.2: Controversy and Legal Battles
**Ownership**: Disputes arose over ownership of Vivian's negatives and prints.
**Resolution**: Legal battles were eventually settled, but not without leaving scars on those involved.
Chapter 5: Legacy and Influence
Subsection 5.1: Photographic Techniques
**Influence**: Photojournalists and street photographers today often cite Vivian Maier as an influence.
**Innovation**: Her use of light and candid shots continue to inspire photographers.
Subsection 5.2: Cultural Impact
**Social commentary**: Her photos offer a unique perspective on American society during the mid-20th century.
**Museum collections**: Maier's works have been acquired by major museums around the world, ensuring her legacy endures.
