Steve McCurry
Capturing the soul
The essence and magic of Steve McCurry's photographs come to life in work 'Capturing the Soul': an artist's book that compiles his 40 best shots to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the iconic and renowned portrait of the Afghan girl.
McCurry has selected each photograph aiming to find his most representative works after half a century traveling the world, making this exclusive edition something unparalleled: a true photo album of humanity.
An exclusive limited and numbered edition of 2,998 copies, each signed by the artist.
As a tribute to the photographer’s most recognized work, this edition is presented in a large-sized case featuring the image of the Afghan girl, the cover of National Geographic, as its main focus. The portrait, printed on acrylic glass, opens the door to a journey through the senses—a journey into Steve McCurry’s work and his profound and personal way of evoking emotions.
The Art Book contains a carefully curated selection of 40 photographs chosen by McCurry after half a century of capturing the world. The photographer has overseen the color and printing process of each and every one of the images to ensure the highest possible quality. The images are printed on high-quality paper, making this volume an essential piece for photography lovers.
The Study Book features an in-depth analysis by the artist of each of the 40 photographs, as well as contributions from his sister, Bonnie McCurry, who offers the most personal biographical profile of the artist. Journalist Antoni Ortí explores the techniques, concerns, and influences that make McCurry’s work timeless. The volume concludes with a timeline of the photographer’s most important achievements and milestones.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
ART BOOK
- Bilingual edition in Spanish and English.
- 96 pages on Symbol Tatami White paper of 0.33 Lb. (150 g) (Fedrigoni), volume 1.27, printed 2/2 + varnish 2/c on pages with background.
- Cover in 3 mm thick lined cardboard. Dry stamping on the cover. Spine width: 0.46 In. (1.18 cm).
- 40 photographs printed with Fuji laser (RGB) on Fuji Crystal Archive matte photographic paper. Digital numbering on the front. Glued with 3 points of glue on Art Book pages.
- Photo protection paper translucent Golden Star K Extra White of 0.17 Lb. (80 g).
- Inside measurements: 11.4 x 14.56 In. (29 x 37,8 cm).
- Weight: 5.5 Lb. (2.5 kg).
STUDY BOOK
- Monolingual edition (two versions: in Spanish or English).
- 192 pages on Symbol Freelife Gloss paper of 0.44 Lb. (200 g) (Fedrigoni). Printed in 4 + 4 inks. Endpapers: Geltex black 191 LS of 0.39 Lb. (180 g).
- Cover printed in 4/0 and matte soft touch anti-fingerprint lamination. Spine width: 0.86 In. (2.2 cm).
- Measurements: 11.54 x 15.2 In. (29.4 x 38.6 cm).
- Weight: 5.3 Lb. (2.4 kg).
CASE
- Cardboard lined case. Cover with 0.11 In. (3 mm) thick glossy methacrylate plate glued. Outer lining: Corvon Senzo Metallic garnet. Author’s name on the side with transparent film stamping.
- Interior: high-density black foam nest with side opening for easy book extraction.
- Inner sheet glued with a quote from the artist.
- Measurements: 20 x 13.97 x 2.7 In. (51 x 35.5 x 7 cm) (height x width x spine).
- Case weight: 5.5 Lb. (2.5 kg).
- Total work weight approx.: 21,7 Lb. (9.85 kg).
PRODUCTION PROCESS
McCurry has been involved in every stage of the book’s creation: the selection of photographs, the supervision of the printing, the commentary on each photograph, etc.
Both volumes are manually bound. The cover of the Study Book features a black-and-white portrait of Steve McCurry.
The cover of the Art Book is cloth-bound, with the artist’s name embossed in dry print. The 40 photographs are bound using a three-point adhesive for optimal paper preservation.
The title of the photograph, the numbering, and the seal of authenticity with Steve McCurry’s copyright appear at the bottom of each print, certifying its quality.
Each photograph is protected with high-quality translucent Fedrigoni paper, ensuring the utmost care and preservation of McCurry’s 40 original images.
On one side of the maroon-colored case, Steve McCurry’s name is displayed. Inside, high-quality black foam protects both volumes.
The cover of the case is the portrait of the Afghan girl printed on acrylic glass, assembled into the rest of the piece. It is a work of art within itself, created to be displayed.
Steve McCurry has personally signed all 2,998 copies of the limited and numbered edition of ‘Capturing the Soul’, completing his involvement in this project.
The entire work is shipped in a box designed as a tribute to the artist and the 40 photographs included in this spectacular artist’s book, ‘Capturing the Soul‘.
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