The shreds and snags in “Leg Warmers” are a detailed measure of a dancer’s dedication. Shot by Harvey Edwards, the image exemplifies the insightful ballet photography that first made him famous. Edwards also shoots still lifes and landscapes that he pieces together like a jigsaw puzzle, using his trademark lithographic montage printing process. Adamant that art should be accessible to everyone, Edwards has published two books, and his prints are sold in 86 countries.
Harvey Edwards made a 180 degree life change, from Air Force base aerial photographer during the Vietnam War to acclaimed ballerina photographer. His work captures the romance of the dance, even shooting the unglamorous true grit of hardworking ballerinas, as well as still lifes and landscape photography. His personalized method of printing captures incredible detail. His prints are sold in 86 countries, and he’s published two books, all in support of his belief that art should be accessible to everyone to own.
This art print displays sharp, vivid images with a high degree of color accuracy. A member of the versatile family of art prints, this high-quality reproduction represents the best of both worlds: quality and affordability. Art prints are created on paper similar to that of a postcard or greeting card using an offset lithography press.