Vivian Meyer: A Life in Photography

The video explores the life and work of Vivian Meyer, a dedicated photographer who took over 143,000 frames in her lifetime. Despite being a loner, she found meaning through photography. Myths about her disinterest in sharing her work are debunked, revealing her attempts to enter the commercial photography world. Her solitary nature and possible autism are discussed, along with her hoarding disorder. The video reflects on the insular nature of photography and Meyer's unique approach, emphasizing the importance of self-motivation and finding personal fulfillment in the creative process. Meyer's legacy was preserved by John Malouf and Jeffrey Goldstein, who discovered her work posthumously.

What was one of Vivian Meyer's notable achievements in her photography career?

• She published a famous photography book.

• She opened a photography school.

• She took 585 different self-portraits.

• She won a prestigious photography award.

How did Vivian Meyer adapt her photography practice while working as a nanny?

• She stopped taking photos during her nanny job.

• She took photos only on weekends.

• She used her photography to teach the children.

• She took the children on outings to find photo opportunities.

What was one of the myths about Vivian Meyer?

• She was not interested in having her work seen by others.

• She only took landscape photographs.

• She was a professional photojournalist.

• She was a famous photographer during her lifetime.

What personal challenge did Vivian Meyer face?

• She had difficulty learning photography techniques.

• She developed a hoarding disorder.

• She had a fear of cameras.

• She was allergic to film chemicals.

What is a common feeling among photographers according to the video?

• That their work might not be good enough.

• That photography is an easy career path.

• That there are too many outlets for their work.

• That their work is always appreciated.

What does the video suggest is a non-trivial benefit of photography?

• Discovering a purpose.

• Traveling the world.

• Becoming famous quickly.

• Making a lot of money.

What literary work inspired the narrator in the video?

• Ernest Hemingway's 'The Old Man and the Sea'

• JD Salinger's 'Raise High the Roof Beam, Carpenters'

• F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'The Great Gatsby'

• George Orwell's '1984'

Who were responsible for bringing Vivian Meyer's work to public attention?

• Her family members.

• Her former employers.

• A famous art gallery.

• John Malouf and Jeffrey Goldstein.

What aspect of Vivian Meyer's story captivated the media?

• Her famous friends.

• Her numerous awards.

• Her unknown status and isolation.

• Her wealth and success.

What was a key factor in Vivian Meyer's rise to fame after her death?

• Her photographs were discovered by chance.

• She was endorsed by a famous photographer.

• Her work was featured in a blockbuster movie.

• She had a large social media following.