"These photographs are produced through an elaborate process that relies on both calculated finesse and unadulterated chance. McCaw works with various hand-built view cameras of sizes up to 30 by 40 inches, which are equipped with vintage military optics designed to let in a lot of light. Rather than using film negatives, he shoots directly onto a variety of expired silver gelatin papers, a decision that further highlights the sense of immediacy intrinsic to this work. Extended exposures ranging from several hours to a full 24-hour period overexpose the photographic paper, resulting in an effect called solarization – a reversal of tonality due to excessive light."

Excerpted from "Ride into the Sun," the introduction to Chris McCaw: Sunburn.

First Edition, Good Condition
ISBN-13: 9780984573929
Author: Chris McCaw
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Candela Books
Published: 2012