Alfred Buckham : daredevil photographer / Louise Pearson ; introduction by James Crawford.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Pearson, Louise, organizer.

National Galleries of Scotland, host institution.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Buckham, Alfred G. (Alfred George), 1879-1956--Exhibitions.

Buckham, Alfred G.

Aerial photography--Exhibitions.

Aerial photography.

Photography, Artistic--Exhibitions.

Photography, Artistic.

Genre:

exhibition catalogs.

Exhibition catalogs.

Physical Description:

96 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cm

Place of Publication:

Edinburgh : National Galleries of Scotland, 2025.

Summary:

"Step into the exhilarating world of aerial photography with Alfred Buckham: Daredevil Photographer. This beautifully illustrated book celebrates the life and work of Alfred G. Buckham (1879-1956), a pioneering British photographer known for capturing breath-taking images from the skies--often taken while hanging out of aircraft without a harness. Written by Louise Pearson, Curator of Photography at the National Galleries of Scotland, and with an introduction from James Crawford, this compelling publication explores Buckham's daring techniques, artistic vision, and the legacy he left behind in both aviation and photography. Leaving behind a comprehensive archive, Alfred Buckham wrote in detail about his adventures, including his nine crashes and how, to get the best images, he would stand up while flying in an open biplane, tying his right leg to the seat with a scarf, in order to loop the loop in 'perfect safety'. But dive a little deeper and there is an even more interesting story - how he created these unbelievable photographs. Using a combination of different negatives, Buckham used his skills in the darkroom to craft stunning images that capture the experience of flight but with a little extra drama. Published to accompany the first major exhibition of Alfred Buckham's work, this book draws on the photographer's archive and exciting new acquisitions made by the National Galleries of Scotland including the camera he took to the skies and a selection of the negatives used to craft his celebrated images. Perfect for lovers of vintage photography, aviation history, and daring artistry, this book is as inspiring as it is visually stunning." -- Provided by publisher.

Notes:

Published to accompany the exhibition Alfred Buckham: Daredevil Photographer, held at National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait, Edinburgh from 18 October 2025 to 19 April 2026.

Contains:

Buckham, Alfred G. (Alfred George), 1879-1956. Works. Selections.

ISBN:

9781911054689

1911054686

OCLC:

1517618184

Publisher Number:

CIPO000297165