Documentary Screening - "The Eloquent Nude" The love and legacy of Edward Westin and Charis Wilson. Thursday November 1st, 7:00 PM (doors open at 6:30) During the International Weekend of Fine Art Photography Location: O’Dells Brewery 800 Lincoln Ave. Fort Collins, CO 80524 Fee: $8.00 members/$10.00 non-members Complimentary beer, soda and snacks will be served.

No one knew photographer Edwin Weston better than Charis Wilson.
She was 19 when they met and fell in love, igniting one of the great creative marriages of the 20th century. She would be his model, his lover, his artistic collaborator, and eventually his wife. She would help him apply for and receive the first Guggenheim grant award to a photographer so that he could continue his work. Together they would set off with a camera and typewriter across the American West during the depths of the great depression.

From the beginning, Charis was more than a subject of Weston’s art: she was a collaborator in its creation. Intelligent and lively she brought him love, inspiration and invaluable help.

Now at age 91, Charis shares her experience. Joined by leading scholars, NW Documentary presents a story of love and collaboration, of travel and adventure, of creative expression and an inside look at the making of Modern American Photography.