Paul Outerbridge
American photographer and educator
Born
August 15th, 1896
129 years ago
Died
October 17th, 1958
67 years ago — 62 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Significant contributions were made to photography, especially through the use of color photography in the early to mid-20th century. Outerbridge combined modernist aesthetics with commercial approaches, producing work that spanned advertising, fashion, and still life. A notable advocate for the artistic potential of color photography, educational roles were fulfilled through teaching at institutions such as the California School of Fine Arts. Outerbridge's innovative techniques influenced future generations of photographers.
Pioneered the use of color in photography
Taught at the California School of Fine Arts
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