Ryan McGinley
Ryan McGinley’s contribution to “Feature Photography” includes a select group of photographs taken at several concerts headlined by Morrissey between 2004 and 2006. Capturing the varied expressions and moods of the fans in attendance, these portraits suggest the enthusiasm shared by many for this charismatic English musician. McGinley also has acknowledged his own admiration for Morrissey, especially in the way in which his music addresses pertinent issues for him and for many other young people.
As in other series about youth culture that he has completed, McGinley is both an observer and a participant at these concerts. In crafting the final prints, he experiments with size, exposure, and tonality to fashion images that convey the exhilaration and beauty of a captivated audience. In 2007 the International Center of Photography awarded McGinley the prestigious Infinity Award for a young photographer. For the past decade, he has been a regular contributor to a variety of magazines, including Vice, Index, and the New York Times Magazine.
Untitled (Morrissey 1)
Ryan McGinley
Chromogenic print, 2004–6
Published in UOVO, April/June 2007
Ann and Mel Schaffer Family Collection
© Ryan McGinley
This photograph shows McGinley being tackled while onstage, with Morrissey at right.
Untitled (Morrissey 29)
Ryan McGinley
Chromogenic print, 2006
Roddy Gonsalves and Paul Pincus
© Ryan McGinley
Untitled (Morrissey 20)
Ryan McGinley
Chromogenic print, 2006
Private collection
© Ryan McGinley
Untitled (Morrissey 25)
Ryan McGinley
Chromogenic print, 2006
Published in UOVO, April/June 2007
Seth O. and Mandy W. Lax
© Ryan McGinley
Untitled (Morrissey 12)
Ryan McGinley
Chromogenic print, 2006
Collection of the artist, courtesy Team Gallery, New York City
© Ryan McGinley
This silhouetted portrait pictures Morrissey in concert.
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