Erica Baum

I choose to write about Erica Baum because she is a black and white photographer and that is currently the medium of art that I am focusing on.  She uses a documentary style that creates some very interesting photos.  I love how she captures odd coincidences such as in untitled (Suburban Homes).  Yes it makes them stop and think, but it also makes them laugh.  Because we all need a little laugh every once in awhile.

Untitled (Suburban Homes, 1997, black-and-white silver gelatin print 20x40 inches

Her work that most stands out to me is Them.  Which is a collection of photographed parts of a board game called Physogs from the 30's in which players would try to make an ideal person.  The effect of these photos, though they are simple is beyond words.

from the series "Them", 2004, black-and-white silver gelatin print, 30x40 inches