Up close : Carol Jerrems with Larry Clark, Nan Goldin and William Yang

Published to accompany the exhibition of the same title held at the Heide Museum of Modern Art, Melbourne, 3 August – 31 October 2010.

‘Up Close traces the significant legacy of Australian photographer Carol Jerrems (1949–1980) and situates her work alongside that of other photo-based artists – Larry Clark and Nan Goldin from New York and William Yang from Sydney. Sharing an interest in subcultural groups and individuals on the margins of society, each artist candidly portrays bohemian life of the 1970s and early 1980s. Their intimate depictions of people, places and events provide glimpses of semi-private worlds, amplifying the emotional tenor of the times.

Includes an interview with filmmaker Paul Cox (who taught Carol Jerrems); a text on Carol Jerrems by photographer Roger Scott. Preface by Jason Smith, director of Heide Museum of Modern Art; afterword by Ken Jerrems, brother of Carol Jerrems.” – publisher.