Publisher/Bulfinch

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"Ernst Haas in Black and White" is a collection of works by American-based photographer Ernst Haas (1921–1986). While Haas is known as a pioneer of color photography, this book focuses on his other side—black-and-white works—tracing a wide range of perspectives from his early years to his final years in a subdued tone. From his post-World War II news photographs to his portraits quietly capturing the shadows and nuances of urban spaces, his work more directly conveys his cultivated sense of composition and his use of light, while the absence of color makes shapes and movement stand out even more vividly. Fragments of everyday life—dance scenes, parks, and streets—exude a subtle tension in their subdued tones, evoking a sense of space and serenity distinct from his color works. Published in 1992, this book showcases the keen observational power underlying Haas's practice and is considered essential for understanding his overall work.