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Primitives by Charles Gatewood – Paperback Book
Primitives by Charles Gatewood is a photography book that captures the essence of body modification and tattoo culture. Charles Gatewood, a renowned American photographer known for his work in documenting counterculture movements, particularly in the realms of tattooing, piercing, and BDSM, published “Primitives” in 1989.
One of the earliest and most important documents recording the modern primitive subculture. Offering views of sexual exploration and body modifications such as piercings and tattoos in a non-judgmental and illuminating way, Primitives is a glimpse into the life of this culture in its infancy. It is a family album, social document, and work of art that will appeal to aesthetically liberal and adventurous adults of all ages
The book features Gatewood’s striking black-and-white photographs, showcasing individuals adorned with tattoos, piercings, and other forms of body modification. Through his lens, Gatewood captures the beauty, individuality, and sometimes the rawness of his subjects, offering viewers a glimpse into subcultures that were often marginalized or misunderstood at the time.
Primitives stands as a testament to Gatewood’s skill as a photographer and his ability to capture the human experience in all its diversity. It has become a classic in the genre of photography books focusing on subcultures and alternative lifestyles.
Primitives by Charles Gatewood remains a sought-after book among collectors and enthusiasts of tattoo culture and countercultural photography.
ISBN – 9780867195279
Cover – Soft
Pages – 64
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