STEVE HARPER: FOREWORD

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Many photographers have taken a shot-in-the-dark approach to photographing at night, using whatever film they might have with them when the inspiration hit, but historically, few actually pursued it with inspiration and dedication. The history of night photography, although punctuated by generational lapses, has brought to the fore some distinguished efforts. But it was not until the mid-1970s that night photography began to capture the imagination of so many, and it has grown exponentially since, becoming truly universal with the advent of the digital camera.

Tim Baskerville, “Calling Mr. Harper,” San Francisco, 2000

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