# Intimate Vintage Street Photographs Vivian Maier: Out of the Shadows Book Release Exposes Artist By Erin Fox | Published 2012-10-01 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivian-maier-out-of-the-shadows References: [slate](http://www.slate.com/blogs/behold/2012/10/01/vivian_maier_s_unpublished_photos_the_greatest_photo_collection_never_seen_.html) & [vivianmaierprints](http://www.vivianmaierprints.com/styled/publications/cahan-williams-vivian-maier-out-of-the-shadows.html) The untold story of a nanny and hidden street photographer is finally becoming published in the biography Vivian Maier: Out of the Shadows. These [black and white photographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonnas-cam) capture the intimate moments between unknowing street walkers. The mundane culture and dismal display enhances the provoked thought in each photograph. Co-authors of the Vivian Maier: Out of the Shadows book Richard Cahan and Michael Williams researched the background of the unsuspecting photographer for over a year. Between interviewing her old employers, friends and family, the authors discovered the ordinary lifestyle of the nanny. This will be the [second book released](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/from-louis-to-vuitton) about the photographer. In 2011, Vivian Maier: [Street Photographer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-last-resort-exhibition) was released with excellent reviews. It is apparent Maier's true love with her work with photography. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Boomers](https://www.trendhunter.com/boomers) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Hidden Street Photography:** Exposing the intimate and unknown moments captured by street photographers, providing a unique perspective on everyday life. - **Biographical Photography Books:** Exploring the untold stories behind photographers and their work, shedding light on their motivations and influences. - **Exploring Mundane Culture:** Examining the beauty and thought-provoking nature of everyday life through artistic and evocative photographs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Publishing:** Opportunity to release more biographical photography books that uncover the stories behind hidden photographers. - **Art and Photography:** A platform to showcase and promote the work of hidden street photographers, bringing attention to their unique perspectives. - **Documentary Filmmaking:** Creating films that delve into the lives and motivations of street photographers, captivating audiences with their untold stories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Personal Nostalgic Photo Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holy-ohio.md) - [Skateboard-Themed Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rabbit-hole-1.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Hipster Era Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cobrasnake-y2ks-archive.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Timeless Photo Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photos-by-artkive.md) - [Unretouched Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dove-reimagine-beauty.md) - [Late Singer-Honoring Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amy-winehouse-in-her-words.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md)