Photo historian Keith Davis presents a curator's perspective on some of the key aspects of 19th century photographs of the American West. He will discuss recent research and exhibition projects, the challenges and opportunities of developing a major collection, and matters of aethetics, individual style, and attribution.
Davis is Senior Curator of Photography at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City. Active as a photo historian and curator since 1978, he has published 35 books and catalogues, and curated about 100 exhibitions.
A special invitation for Clements Library Associates and MiPHS members
5:30 Appetizers and Social Time
7:00 Keith Davis Lecture "Early Photographs of the American West"
Co-sponsored by the Michigan Photographic Historical Society in memory of Andee Seeger, co-founder and President Emeritus of MiPHS.
Where
Ann Arbor City Club1830 Washtenaw Ave
Ann Arbor, MI 48104