Picturing Joy

“In this vibrant collection, photographer Lange chronicles a career spent capturing the ‘joy at the center of [his] life.’ . . . Images are enriched by the author’s discussions of his artistic process, and for some shots, by perspective afforded by time. . . . This one’s sure to tug on readers’ heartstrings.” —Publishers Weekly

“George Lange’s emotive, retrospective photography collection, Picturing Joy, captures the personalities of his subjects. . . . He serves as a witness to moments in which people become vulnerable and reveal their true selves. . . . A striking collection of photographs and essays by a talented and insightful artist.” —Foreword Reviews

As a seven-year-old Pittsburgh kid, Lange began snapping photos, exploring the world, and asking tons of questions. After graduating from the Rhode Island School of Design, Lange worked for Duane Michals and Annie Leibovitz before establishing his own career. His work has appeared in Vogue, Rolling Stone, Vanity Fair, Esquire, People, the New York Times, and many other publications. He shot many of the iconic images from TV shows such as Friends, Frasier, Dawson’s Creek, and Seinfeld, as well as ads for TLC hit shows including Cake Boss and Here Comes Honey Boo Boo, and corporate campaigns such as a recent one for DICK’S Sporting Goods featuring youth sports. Lange’s first book, The Unforgettable Photograph: 228 Ideas, Tips, and Secrets for Taking the Best Pictures of Your Life (2013), is an easy-to-understand guide on how to capture meaningful moments. Published by Workman, the book sold more than fifty thousand copies, spawned multiple foreign language editions—including editions in Germany, France, Spain, and China—and landed him on the Today show, Good Morning America, and in publications including Parade, Reader’s Digest, and the Wall Street Journal. Lange currently lives in Pittsburgh, PA.