The holiday season is here, and so is the hunt for the perfect gift. We have collated several ideas for you, making your job quite easy to get a gift that is as memorable as it is inspiring. Although a gear sounds like a perfect idea, there are instances when a print would do a better job. For instance, we mentioned why Peter Turnley’s prints are a great way to appreciate your loved one. If you think Turnley’s work is not what you had in mind, then we have some good news for you. Todd Hido is selling one of his prints this week!
The lead image is the courtesy of the artist and Aperture.
Todd Hido’s work is stunning. He is known for his photographs of suburban and urban homes in America and portraits. What makes his work distinct is that it offers a dreamy quality while making it appear nostalgic at the same time. His images of homes at night are one of his most famous series, which comments on suburbia’s desolation and anonymity while highlighting the housing market’s grief and loss. In fact, our Editor in Chief, Chris Gampat, said about his work:
Todd’s images don’t just resemble paintings, they paint a picture of things we dream of. Whether it’s certain aspects of suburban Americana life or the unknown, there’s a lot to Todd’s images that make us keep coming back.
Although his work is vast and wide, it’s you every day that you get a chance to get his signed print at an affordable rate. As part of a lovely collaboration between the Center for Photography at Woodstock in Kingston and Aperture, the latter presents a chance to get one image from his The End Sends Advance Warning (2024) series. The photograph, titled #12159-1046, is a limited-edition print and has been signed by the photographer himself.
Like his other work, Todd Hido creates a sense of magic here. The glowing water, the soft blurring of the trees, and the moody sky appear like a moment from one’s memory. But more than that, these works give you a sense of peace and tranquillity. It certainly is a great gift for your loved one, especially if you want them to appreciate the drama of nature. Furthermore, the endless road opens up a whole new world of interpretations, helping man to continue down the path despite the challenges.
To me it is no mystery that we can only photograph effectively what we are truly interested in or — maybe more importantly — are grappling with. This is often an unconscious process. Otherwise the photographs are merely about an idea or a concept; that stuff eventually falls flat for me. There must be something more, some emotional hook for it to really work for me. I tend to photograph things I’ve had problems with or I have struggled with, stuff that used to keep me up at night.
Todd Hido
The Todd Hido print sale also coincides with the launch of his new book. Intimate Distance: Over Thirty Years of Photographs. The image we see offers users a glimpse into the other 30 images, which have never been published before. These photographs were created during his journey to Iceland, Norway, and Japan.
The print is available in 11-inch x 14-inch and can be purchased for $275. It is not just a collectible but also a way to support both non-profit organizations in achieving their mission. The proceeds from this sale will also help to support educational and public programs that aim to grow future generations of photographers.
Those interested in buying this new work must visit Aperture’s website. The exclusive offer ends on December 4.