Annie Leibovitz's 1990-2005 retrospective at Brooklyn Museum blends celebrity, politics, and personal life
Annie Leibovitz’s exhibition, 'A Photographer’s Life, 1990 - 2005,' was showcased at the Brooklyn Museum from October 20, 2006, until January 21, 2007. The exhibit drew in crowds, particularly because of its celebrity themes, featuring a notable photo of Nicole Kidman from 2003. Leibovitz’s distinctive style, which evolved from her Rolling Stone days in the 1970s, merges commercial and artistic photography, influenced by Richard Avedon and Susan Sontag. The collection featured politically charged pieces like Cabinet Room (2001) that critiques the Bush Administration, alongside powerful photojournalism, family portraits, and landscapes reflecting Sontag’s essence. Her personal connection with Sontag and plans for extensive touring highlight her lasting influence on the art world.
Key facts
- Annie Leibovitz's exhibition 'A Photographer’s Life, 1990 - 2005' was held at The Brooklyn Museum
- The exhibition dates were October 20, 2006 to January 21, 2007
- A 2003 portrait of Nicole Kidman was a highlight, emphasizing celebrity appeal
- Leibovitz's style developed from Rolling Stone assignments in the 1970s
- Richard Avedon influenced her craft, while Susan Sontag provided intellectual partnership
- The show included political satire with Cabinet Room (2001) featuring the Bush Administration
- Photographs ranged from photojournalism to family portraits and landscapes like Mt. Vesuvius
- The exhibition was planned to travel extensively after its Brooklyn run
Entities
Artists
- Annie Leibovitz
- Nicole Kidman
- Richard Avedon
- Susan Sontag
- Walker Evans
- James Agee
- Nadar
Institutions
- The Brooklyn Museum
- Rolling Stone
Locations
- Brooklyn
- United States
- Mt. Vesuvius