Robert Adams

Robert Adams stands as one of America's most esteemed photographers, with a career spanning over 50 years dedicated to capturing the essence of the American landscape, particularly the American West. His photography, renowned for its evocative portrayal of nature, simultaneously reveals the profound impact of human activity on the environment, all while steadfastly seeking out moments of enduring beauty.

Biography of Robert Adams

Robert Adams was born in Orange, New Jersey, in 1937. The artist's upbringing spans diverse landscapes, from New Jersey to Wisconsin and Colorado. In 1959, he obtained a BA from the University of Redlands in California.

At the age of twenty-five, while teaching English at college, Robert Adams delved into photography. He first gained recognition in the 1970s, when he participated in the influential exhibition "New Topographics: Photographs of a Man-Altered Landscape."

He boasts a substantial oeuvre, having authored more than 50 books featuring his photographic works, alongside penning significant essays that delve into the nuances of photography. In 2014, he was honored with election to The American Academy of Arts and Letters.

Notable solo exhibitions of Robert Adams' works include "A Right to Stand" at Fondation A Stichting in Brussels (2018), "27 Roads" at Fraenkel Gallery in San Francisco (2018), "An Old Forest Road" at Galerie Thomas Zander in Cologne (2017), and many more. 

Additionally, the artist has participated in numerous group exhibitions held at various venues worldwide, including Hayward Gallery in London, First Art Museum in Nashville, Pier 24 in San Francisco, Centre Pompidou in Paris, and National Gallery of Australia in Canberra, among others. 

Currently, the artist resides in Astoria, Oregon.