Artist Feature #29
With Work From: William Eggleston
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William Eggleston – From his book, William Eggleston's Guide – @egglestonartfoundation – egglestonartfoundation.org
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I don’t mean to be controversial, but I genuinely believe that without John Szarkowski, William Eggleston’s work might never have gained widespread recognition. Szarkowski was the definitive gatekeeper of fine art photography—his endorsement could elevate a photographer to near-legendary status. In Eggleston’s case, it was Szarkowski’s validation that transformed his work into something the art world felt compelled to take seriously. Without that anointing, I’m not sure Eggleston’s legacy would have endured.
Love his work! I also think it’s so critical how sequences and pairs are created and I would love more insight into your process on this.