“In 1987 there were no mobile phones or digital cameras. To meet someone, you had to agree on a time and a place, and each person had to stick to the plan. The seasons seemed to last longer and, in general, everyone seemed to have more time. Parks, museums, and the subway were less crowded. The pace of everyday life was more relaxed. People were worried in 1987, but not as much as they are now.” — From the Introduction by Mark Steinmetz
This wonderful collection of previously unpublished photographs by Mark Steinmetz, made around 35 years ago during an extended stay in the south of France, offers a valuable insight into his early years as an artist. It comprises more than 60 photographs beautifully printed in duotone on Japanese Kasadaka fine art paper and bound in burgundy linen. France 1987, a limited edition of just 1,000 bound copies, is sure to sell out quickly.