"There are very few books about photography that achieve the status of essential reference, maybe even seminal. Well, I believe this is one of them. Enjoy it!" - Gilles Decamps, The Eye of Photography

"...the book itself will surely go down as one of the most vivid visual documents of what were arguably the most transformative one-hundred years in human history." - Ken Scrudato, BlackBook

"These photographs encapsulate the range of images that capture Fetterman's imagination, from anonymous photographs to iconic masterworks, all with an underlying humanist spirit."-photograph
"When I photograph, I project what I'm not. What I would like to be." - Lillian Bassman

"What makes the book so enjoyable is the same as the email: It is one great image after another, with personal commentary." - Tom Teicholz, Forbes
"Although many of the images have standalone intensity, it is Peter's direct encounters with the artists themselves that allow us to see them in a new light." - Eva Clifford, WhyNow

The power of photography lies in its ability to ignite emotions across barriers of language and culture. This selection of iconic images, compiled by pioneering collector and gallerist Peter Fetterman, celebrates the photograph's unique capacity for sensibility.

Peter has been championing the photographic arts for over 30 years. He runs what is arguably the most important commercial photography gallery in the world. During the long months of lockdown, Peter 'exhibited' one photograph per day, accompanied by inspirational text, quotes and poetry. This digital collection struck a chord with followers from around the world. The Power of Photography presents 120 outstanding images from the series, along with Peter's insightful words.

This carefully curated selection offers an inspiring overview of the medium while paying homage to masters of the art. From the bizarre Boschian fantasies of Melvin Sokolsky to the haunting humanity of Ansel Adams's family portraits; from Miho Kajioka's interpretation of traditional Japanese aesthetics of to the joyful everyday scenes of Evelyn Hofer; from rare interior shots by famed nude photographer Ruth Bernhard to Bruce Davidson's wistful depiction of young men playing ballgames on a street; this book gathers some of the most unique and heartening photographs from the 20th century. Each image is a time capsule, offering us a glimpse into days gone past. Yet each photograph also speaks of tranquillity, peace, and hope for the future.

About the Author

Peter Fetterman started out as a London-based filmmaker and collector, before opening his gallery in 1994. With a focus on humanist photography, this is one of the most significant collections of 20th Century photography in the USA. The Peter Fetterman Gallery hosts celebrated images from a diverse range of photographers, including Henri Cartier-Bresson, Sebastiao Salgado, Steve McCurry, Ansel Adams, Paul Caponigro, Willy Ronis, Andre Kertesz, Manuel Alvarez Bravo, Lillian Bassman, Pentti Sammallahti, Sarah Moon and Jeffrey Conley.

Reviews
"For every one image I think seriously about, I discard hundreds that don't quite have that haunting quality. Most images are immediately forgettable. The art is to find those images that nourish and sustain you." - Peter Fetterman interviewed by Karen Rosenberg, 1st Dibs
"A new book brings together 120 photographs from the gallerist's collection. Together, they tell the story of 20th century photography." - Mee-Lai Stone, The Guardian
"...the book itself will surely go down as one of the most vivid visual documents of what were arguably the most transformative one-hundred years in human history." - Ken Scrudato, BlackBook
"The Power of Photography (May 2022, ACC Art Books), presents 120 outstanding images from the series, along with the AIPAD gallerist's insightful words." - The Eye of Photography
"These photographs encapsulate the range of images that capture Fetterman's imagination, from anonymous photographs to iconic masterworks, all with an underlying humanist spirit." - photograph
"A thoroughly satisfying and enlightening journey through the history of photography." - American Illustration - American Photography
"...a new coffee-table book collects some of the last century's most enduring photographs..." - Airmail
"What makes the book so enjoyable is the same as the email: It is one great image after another, with personal commentary." - Tom Teicholz, Forbes
"Fetterman believes all collecting is autobiographical and a journey of self-discovery: "You react to a certain image because it reminds you of a memory or a personal time."" - Claudia Eller, Variety
"Although many of the images have standalone intensity, it is Peter's direct encounters with the artists themselves that allow us to see them in a new light." - Eva Clifford, WhyNow
"...fantastically diverse collection." - Lilly Subbotin, Daily Mail
"The strength of the book, and of the images within, comes from Fetterman's particular eye for new and old talent alike." - Blind Magazine
"In his new illustrated book, the gallery owner explains and collector Peter Fetterman numerous backgrounds to masterpieces of photographic art." [Translated via Google Translate from German] - GQ Germany
"The Power of Photography showcases 120 classic pictures he has collected over the last 30 years." - Black + White Photography
"In his new book "The Power of Photography", Peter Fetterman presents 120 images that are particularly close to his heart and which he calls "almost autobiographical."" [Translated from German via Google Translate] - Monopol Magazine
"A new collection of photography from ACC Art Books and famed collector Peter Fetterman features several of the most striking portraits you'll ever see." - The Daily Beast, and Yahoo
"Gallerist Peter Fetterman's incredible collection comes into focus in a new book." - Maxim Magazine
"Seeing the pictures currently on display at Peter Fetterman's gallery is a revelatory experience." - The Eye of Photography
"The Power of Photography (Acc Art Books) collects 120 photographs and includes endless iconic works ranging from Ansel's family portraits to the daily life of Evelyn Hofer and images of classics such as Ruth Bernhard, Bruce Davidson, Melvin Sokolsky, Kurt Markus or David Bailey." - Vanity Fair Spain
"Fetterman is a collector and dealer in photographs, mainly from the 20th century, and this is a peep into his extraordinary collection, with work by both acknowledged masters and people you have never heard of." - Daily Mail
"The Power of Photography presents 120 outstanding images...along with Peter's insightful words...this book gathers some of the most unique and heartening photographs from the 20th Century." - Arts & Collections
"Each image is a time capsule and offers a glimpse into days gone by." - Photo Weekly



Book Information
ISBN 9781788841221
Author Peter Fetterman
Format Hardback
Page Count 256
Imprint ACC Art Books
Publisher ACC Art Books
Weight(grams) 1262g