Christopher Felver is a renowned cultural documentarian, leaving an indelible mark on the national cultural landscape with his distinctive visual signature. His work is a testament to the avant-garde spirit of mid-century America, as evident in his films and photographs.
Felver's bibliography is a treasure trove of literary and artistic endeavors, including:
Tending the Fire: Native Voices & Portraits (University of New Mexico Press, 2017)
American Jukebox (Indiana University Press, 2014)
Beat (Last Gasp, 2007),a poignant memoir of image, text, and reminiscence
The Late Great Allen Ginsberg (Thunder's Mouth Press, 2002)
The Importance of Being (Arena Editions, 2001),featuring 400 portraits of prominent figures in American arts, letters, music, and politics
Ferlinghetti Portrait (Gibbs Smith Publisher, 1998)
Angels, Anarchists & Gods (Louisiana State University Press, 1996),showcasing the American avant-garde
The Poet Exposed (Alfred Van der Marck Editions, 1986),a monograph of contemporary American poets
Seven Days in Nicaragua Libre (City Lights Books, 1984),co-authored with Lawrence Ferlinghetti
Felver's documentaries have captured the essence and creativity of numerous international artists, including:
The Spirit of Golf (2020)
Anthony Cragg: Inside/Outside (2020)
Ferlinghetti: A Rebirth of Wonder (2013)
Cecil Taylor: All the Notes (2005)
Donald Judd's Marfa Texas (1998)
The Coney Island of Lawrence Ferlinghetti (1996)
Tony Cragg: In Celebration of Sculpture (1993)
John Cage Talks About Cows (1991)
Taken by the Romans (1990)
West Coast: Beat & Beyond (1984)
California Clay in the Rockies (1983)
Notable institutions have presented retrospectives of Felver's films, including the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC, the New York Public Library, and the Museum of Fine Art in Boston.
Felver's work has been exhibited globally in various forums, including:
Guild Hall, East Hampton (2016)
New York Public Library (2007)
Fahey Klein Gallery in Los Angeles (2002)
The National Gallery of Art in Washington DC (2006)
Maine Photographic Workshop (2002)
Robert Berman Gallery, Los Angeles (2007, 2014)
New York Public Library (2007)
Blues for Smoke, MOCA Los Angeles (2012) & New York Whitney Museum (2013, 2016)
Art Institute for the Permian Basin, Odessa, Texas (1987)
Arco d' Alibert, Rome (1987)
Torino Fotografia Biennale Internazionale, Italy (1989)
Centre Georges Pompidou, Paris (1994)
La Biennale di Venezia (1996)
Roosevelt Study Center, Middelburg, Netherlands (1998)
London National Theatre (2011)