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Gregory Crewdson's 'An Eclipse of Moths' Limited Edition Book Features 16 New Cinematic Photographs

publication · 2026-04-22

In 2020, Gregory Crewdson released 'An Eclipse of Moths,' a collection featuring sixteen never-before-seen photographs that delve into postindustrial landscapes of America. This limited edition, comprising 750 signed and numbered copies, showcases cinematic-scale scenes. Crewdson's distinct visual style captures abandoned baby carriages, fallen streetlights, and defunct carnival rides, with figures expressing feelings of longing and discontent. The softcover book, measuring 19.5 x 11 x 2.2 inches and bearing ISBN 9781683952213, was published on September 8, 2020, and continues his exploration of small-town America through photographic tableaux. Born in Brooklyn in 1962, Crewdson teaches graduate photography at Yale School of Art. His accolades include the Skowhegan Medal for Photography and fellowships from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Aaron Siskind Foundation. Notable previous works include 'Twilight' (2002), 'Beneath the Roses' (2008), and 'Cathedral of the Pines' (2016). The 2012 documentary 'Gregory Crewdson: Brief Encounters,' directed by Ben Shapiro, focused on his 'Beneath the Roses' series. The book's high production quality enhances the viewer's connection to each image.

Key facts

  • Publication date: 2020-09-08
  • Limited edition of 750 copies
  • 16 never-before-published images
  • 32-page softcover format
  • ISBN: 9781683952213
  • Book measurements: 19.5 x 11 x 2.2 inches
  • Artist born in Brooklyn, 1962
  • Gregory Crewdson is Yale School of Art professor

Entities

Artists

  • Gregory Crewdson
  • Ben Shapiro
  • Jeff Tweedy

Institutions

  • Yale School of Art
  • National Endowment for the Arts
  • Aaron Siskind Foundation
  • Aperture
  • Wilco

Locations

  • Brooklyn
  • North America
  • Europe

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