THE PICTORIAL LIST was born with a mission close to its heart: to nurture and celebrate the global community of photographers and visual storytellers. Inspired by the Pictorialist movement, we set out to support photographers worldwide, providing them with a creative platform to share their unique photographic expressions. Our inaugural book is a love letter from our vibrant photography community in the state of New York. From the quiet corners of small towns to the bustling streets of the city, from iconic landmarks to breathtaking landscapes, we celebrate 66 photographers exploring the nuances of New York, capturing the essence of what drives the Pictorialists of today. Let their unique visual storytelling inspire you to rediscover the beautiful diversity of New York in new ways through the lens. Einleitung The Pictorial List was launched in January 2020 out of a profound desire to nurture and celebrate a global community of photographers and visual storytellers. Our mission is to support photographers worldwide giving them a creative platform to share their unique photographic expressions. We delve into the multifaceted realm of photography, exploring its intricacies and magnificence seen through the lens. Pictorialism was an international photography movement that began in the late 1860s and lasted until the early 1900s. Emphasizing photography’s artistic and interpretive qualities over its documentary standards, Pictorialists aimed to reshape society’s perception of photography. They believed in the artistry inherent in the medium, using composition, color, and technique to evoke emotion and imagination. The Photo-Secession movement, founded by Alfred Stieglitz in New York in 1902, aimed to promote photography as a legitimate art form, bringing Pictorialism one step further, establishing photography as a distinct medium with its own unique characteristics and aesthetic principles. The legacy of the Pictorialists endures, inspiring present and future...