The Art of Observation: Elliot Erwitt

He is the world’s most influential living Photographer. Elliott Erwitt, age 86, has captured with his work the most crucial points of 20th century. And his candid, black and white style 'shots', as he calls them, have defined contemporary photography. Today we take a look at some of his most iconic frames.

He is the world’s most influential living Photographer. Elliott Erwitt, age 86, has captured with his work the most crucial points of 20th century. And his candid, black and white style 'shots', as he calls them, have defined contemporary photography. Today we take a look at some of his most iconic frames.

Born in Paris and raised in California and New York, Elliot Erwitt's interest in photography began while he was a teenager living in Hollywood. With a touch of humour, his black and white photographs reveal the purest and most candid human emotions.

Photos: Elliot Erwitt