{"title":"Mike Mandel","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the intriguing world of \u003cem\u003eMike Mandel\u003c\/em\u003e, an acclaimed author who seamlessly blends art and culture in his captivating works. Known for his unique perspectives and creative storytelling, Mandel delves into the intricate facets of visual arts, offering readers a compelling insight into its multifaceted nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his notable works, \u003cem\u003eZone Eleven\u003c\/em\u003e, stands as a testament to his profound understanding of the intersection between photography and societal themes. This book invites readers to explore a meticulously curated collection of photographic art, capturing both subtle nuances and striking realities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMandel’s books are perfect for art enthusiasts, cultural scholars, and those passionate about photography. Each page promises to challenge perceptions and ignite a deeper appreciation for the intricate dance between imagery and narrative. Discover Mike Mandel's collection today and immerse yourself in a rich tapestry of artistic exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"zone-eleven-by-mike-mandel-9788862087483","title":"Zone Eleven","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eZone Eleven\u003c\/em\u003e is a reference to Ansel Adams' Zone System, a method to control exposure of the negative in order to obtain a full range of tonality in the photographic print from the deepest black of Zone 0 to the brightest highlight in Zone 10. \u003cem\u003eZone Eleven\u003c\/em\u003e is a metaphor coined by artist Mike Mandel in his challenge to create a book of Adams' photographs outside of the bounds of his personal work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany of these photographs were found in the archives of his commercial and editorial assignments and from his experimentation with the new Polaroid material of the times. For this book, Mandel has unearthed images that are unexpected for Adams, and created a new context of facing page relationships, and sequence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eZone Eleven\u003c\/em\u003e is the product of Mike Mandel's research of over 50,000 Adams images located within four different archives to present a body of Adams' work that was unknown until now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMike Mandel is well known for his collaboration with Larry Sultan in the 1970s–1990s. They published \u003cem\u003eEvidence\u003c\/em\u003e in 1977, a collection of 59 photographs chosen from more than two million images that the artists viewed at the archives of government agencies and tech-oriented corporations. Conceptually, \u003cem\u003eZone Eleven\u003c\/em\u003e is a companion book to \u003cem\u003eEvidence\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs \u003cem\u003eEvidence\u003c\/em\u003e reframes the institutional documentary photograph with new context and meaning, \u003cem\u003eZone Eleven\u003c\/em\u003e responds to the audience expectation of \"the iconic Ansel Adams nature photograph.\" But Mandel selects images that do not fit that expectation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eZone Eleven\u003c\/em\u003e is a book of Ansel Adams images that surprisingly speak to issues of the social relations, the built environment, and alienation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47363372089580,"sku":"9788862087483","price":110.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/462aacba8732a8e0275c18e6b8944ca0.jpg?v=1772934826"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/mike-mandel.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}