FAQ: A. Aubrey Bodine's 'Mountain Club of Maryland (1946)' Photograph and Legacy

What is the main subject of A. Aubrey Bodine’s photograph titled ‘Mountain Club of Maryland (1946)’?

The photograph shows members of the Mountain Club of Maryland eating lunch on top of Big Schloss Mountain while looking into West Virginia during a three-day walking expedition organized for those who enjoyed mild forms of climbing.

Where was the photograph taken and what is the setting?

It was taken on top of Big Schloss Mountain with the subjects looking into West Virginia, specifically with their backs to the valleys of West Virginia.

How can someone order a copy of this photograph?

The image can be ordered by typing the 5-digit image ID# 48-315 in the box below Bodine’s portrait on the Home Page at www.aaubreybodine.com.

Who was A. Aubrey Bodine and why is he significant in photography?

A. Aubrey Bodine (1906-1970) was regarded as one of the finest pictorialists of the twentieth century, winning numerous awards in national and international competitions and creating artistic documentary photography that went beyond typical newspaper standards.

When did Bodine begin his photographic career and what was his approach?

Bodine began his career in 1923 covering stories for the Baltimore Sunday Sun, and he believed photography could be a creative discipline, using his tools like a painter’s brush to compose and manipulate images to achieve his artistic vision.

What techniques did Bodine use to create his photographs?

Bodine experimented with techniques such as composing in the viewfinder, working on negatives with dyes, intensifiers, pencil marking, and scraping, as well as photographically adding clouds and other manipulations to produce desired effects.

Where can more information about A. Aubrey Bodine be found?

More information can be found at www.aaubreybodine.com, including the full biography ‘A Legend In His Time’ by Harold A. Williams, and over 6,000 photographs from his 47-year career available for viewing and ordering.

How can someone contact for additional information or to order photographs?

For additional information, you can write to [email protected] or call 1-800-556-7226, and photographs can be ordered as reprints and note cards on the website.