Sheila Metzner

Sheila Metzner is an American photographer and artist who has been creating stunning images for over five decades. Born in New York City in 1942, Metzner began her career as a fashion photographer in the 1960s. She quickly gained recognition for her unique style of photography, which often featured dreamy, surrealistic elements.

Metzner's work has been featured in numerous publications, including Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, and Vanity Fair. She has also had solo exhibitions at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City and the International Center of Photography. Her photographs have been collected by major institutions such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Smithsonian Institution.

Metzner's work is characterized by its use of light and shadow to create a sense of mystery and emotion. She often uses natural elements such as water, trees, and flowers to create a sense of harmony between her subjects and their environment. Her photographs are often described as romantic and ethereal.

In addition to her photography career, Metzner is also an accomplished painter and sculptor. Her paintings have been exhibited at galleries around the world, including the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York City. She has also published several books on photography and art theory.

Throughout her career, Metzner has received numerous awards for her work including a Guggenheim Fellowship in 1975 and an Honorary Doctorate from Bard College in 2002. In 2019 she was inducted into the International Photography Hall of Fame & Museum for her contributions to photography over the past five decades.