Walker Evans and the Art of Realism: Capturing the World As It Is

Walker Evans and the Art of Realism: Capturing the World As It Is

Walker Evans was a text and image pro. His inspiration led to this ghost sign image in Arizona. Photo by Matthew Bamberg

I thought it was a substitute for something else — well, for writing, for one thing. I wanted to write. — Walker Evans, 1971

As a photographer who I most like to emulate, Walker Evan captured reality — portraits, streets, architecture, signage, homes, billboards, and other photograph sundries.