Ernst haas famous photos
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Ernst Haas
American photographer
For the political scientist, see Ernst B. Haas. For the Swiss rower, see Ernst Haas (rower).
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Haas in 1986 | |
| Born | (1921-03-02)March 2, 1921 Vienna, Austria |
| Died | September 12, 1986(1986-09-12) (aged 65) New York, New York, United States |
| Nationality | Austrian-American |
| Occupation | Photographer |
| Spouse(s) | Antoinette Wenckheim (1951–1962) Cynthia Buehr Seneque (1962–1965) |
| Children | 2 |
| Awards | Hasselblad Award (1986) |
| Website | www.ernst-haas.com |
Ernst Haas (March 2, 1921 – September 12, 1986) was an Austrian-American photojournalist and color photographer. During his 40-year career Haas trod the line between photojournalism and art photography. In addition to his coverage of events around the globe after World War II Haas was an early innovator in color photography. His images were carried by magazines like Life and Vogue and, in 1962, were the subject of the first single-artist exhibition of color photography at New York's Museum of Modern Art. He served as president of the cooperativ
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Ernst Haas
Photography Gear
Cameras
• Leica M3: Known for its precision and compact design, the Leica M3 was ideal for street photography, allowing Haas to shoot candidly and spontaneously.
• Rolleiflex: This medium format camera provided exceptional image quality and was perfect for Haas’s detailed, high-resolution work.
Lenses
• Summicron 50mm f/2: A versatile lens that offered sharpness and excellent low-light performance, enabling Haas to capture a range of scenes with clarity.
• Elmarit 90mm f/2.8: This telephoto lens allowed Haas to isolate subjects from a distance, creating intimate portraits without intruding on the scene.
Film
• Kodachrome: Renowned for its rich color saturation and fine grain, Kodachrome film was instrumental in Haas’s ability to produce vibrant and dynamic images.
Photography Books
“Ernst Haas: New York in Color, 1952-1962” is a captivating collection that showcases Haas’s early color photography during his time in New York City. Moving from Vienna to New York in 1951, Haas embraced the vibrant energy of the city, c
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