William Christenberry
1936–2016
Introduction
William Andrew Christenberry Jr. (November 5, 1936 – November 28, 2016) was an American photographer, painter, sculptor, and teacher who drew inspiration from his childhood in Hale County, Alabama. Christenberry focused extensively on architecture, abandoned structures, nature, and extensively studied the psychology and effects of place and memory. He is best known for his haunting compositions of landscapes, signs, and abandoned buildings in his home state. Christenberry is also considered a pioneer of colored photography as an art form; he was especially encouraged in the medium by the likes of Walker Evans and William Eggleston.
Wikidata identifier
Q8006794
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Introduction
Photographer known for his color images of the rural Southern United States, particularly Hale County, Alabama near where he was born. He often used his photographs as source material for paintings, drawings, or sculptures.
Country of birth
United States
Roles
Artist, installation artist, painter, photographer, sculptor
ULAN identifier
500074045
Names
William Christenberry, Bill Christenberry, William A. Christenberry
Information from the Getty Research Institute's Union List of Artist Names ® (ULAN), made available under the ODC Attribution License. Accessed November 13, 2024.
