Stephen Shore

Stephen Shore is an American photographer born in 1947. He is widely recognized as one of the pioneers of color photography and is known for his influential documentary and landscape photography.

Shore's early work in the 1970s, which he began as a teenager, documented the everyday landscapes of the United States, often using a large format camera to capture rich, vivid color images. His work in the 1980s and 1990s explored themes such as urban decay, consumer culture, and the built environment.

Throughout his career, Shore has published several books, including "Uncommon Places" and "American Surfaces," which are considered to be seminal works in the history of photography. He has also taught photography at numerous institutions, including Bard College and the International Center of Photography in New York City.

Shore's work has been exhibited in major museums and galleries around the world, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles. His enduring impact on the field of photography continues to inspire generations of artists and photographers today.