I was surprised to read in another thread how many posters didn't really think very highly of his work, especially when compared with that of Weston.
AA's pictures might not be drop-dead gorgeous, (a matter of opinion, there), but in addition to the superb craft, there is an element in every one of his great images -- of excitement, or joy!
I know of only two other photographers whose work is so permeated with these wonderful qualities -- Lartigue and Erwitt.
It's like waking up on your 6th birthday by having your face licked by a new puppy.
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