2. Born in 1904 in Covington, KY
At the age of 8 Hurrell took an
interest in drawing and
painting.
Studied at the Art Institute of
Chicago
3. It’s all so simple – no one
believes me … you
strike a pose, then you
light it. Then you
clown around and get
some action in the
expressions. Then, you
shoot.
-George Hurrell
4. Edgar Alwyn Payne
“If you plan to be a serious artist, you should come
back with me to Laguna Beach and paint. This is
where it is all happening.”
5.
6. “He developed the lighting techniques and visual
vocabulary that gave Hollywood stars their special aura
of grace, mystery, and perfection.” -Virginia Postrel
7. George Hurrell helped make stars like Clark Gable (Gone with the
Wind) with his amazing photos. Hurrell used lights to show the lines
and shadows of faces, creating a dramatic affect.
10. Hurrell uses hard light to
create high contrast.
This photo shows high key.
11. In this photo of Jane Russell, Hurrell uses
back light from one side and front light. He
uses this lighting to show emphasis on her
shoulder and collar bone.
12. This photo of Jean Harlow has great
contrast and form.
15. George Hurrell set the bar for all great portraits. His
photographs continue to inspire photographers today.
Many of today's photographers try and recreate the
styles of Hurrell.
