Alfred Gescheidt: “30 Ways to Stop Smoking” at Higher Pictures
Known for both flattering and mocking American sensibilities, Gescheidt was brash, driven, New York and unique. He was a gun-for-hire photographic artist during the boom of the 50s and 60s Mad Men advertising era. His imagination, combined with his technical prowess, made him a sought-after idea man and innovator, quickly establishing him as leader of both technique and content in his field. Born and raised in New York City, he, like many artists of his time, was drafted into the Navy […]
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