Monday Muse: Adam Ekberg
Putting the fun in photography
Years ago, I published a photoblog. Remember those? The premise was simple: a photo a day with some links to see more of that artist’s work. Instagram changed everything, so I’m trying something new: the Monday Muse, a visual inspiration for your email inbox. No algorithms, no ads. Just a picture to start your week. Would you like to show something of yours here? Please email anytime! —AA
Well, no sooner had I touched down in Madison after a wonderful two weeks of hiking in Portugal than I came down with a cold. I’ve been laid up at home all weekend and am still dragging today, so this post will be brief.
Since I’ve been feeling sorry for myself, I decided to lift my spirits by looking at Adam Ekberg’s photography this morning. Do you know his work? Adam is one of my favorite artists, and his pictures always make me smile.
We tend to think about photography as documenting events in the world, but Adam’s images document things he makes happen in the world. Adam's images are whimsical, wonderful happenings. I love them.
Waltz Books published his first monograph, The Life of Small Things, in 2015. The book may be out of print; if you can find a copy, grab it. Adam’s website is a treasure trove of visual goodies — I hope you’ll make some time to explore his work this week.
I’ll leave you with this: George Laufenberg interviewed Adam on his podcast earlier this year. You can listen to their conversation and learn more about him here:
Okay, that’s all for now — it’s good to be back! Fingers crossed I’ll kick this cold in a few days. Take care of yourselves, and have a great week!