Through meticulous observation, the author reveals the rich history and significance of Frank Sinatra's private pocket phone book from the 1970s. This unique artifact offers a glimpse into Sinatra's personal and professional relationships, featuring over 100 contacts, including notable political figures like Richard Nixon and influential businessmen. The book invites readers to explore the connections that shaped Sinatra's life, highlighting the intertwining of celebrity culture and power dynamics in America during that era.
Focusing on the life and work of Philippe Halsman, this book presents a detailed exploration of the celebrated Life magazine photographer's legacy through the objects he owned. Henry Leutwyler, inspired by Halsman's artistry, unveils the personal stories behind items like cameras, letters from notable figures, and unique collectibles. Collaborating with the Halsman Archive, Leutwyler's imaginative approach captures the essence of Halsman's personality and the era he represented, offering a poignant glimpse into a bygone time.
Henry Leutwyler's photographic exploration captures the essence of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum's treasures, showcasing nearly 30,000 artifacts. Through his lens, he transforms objects into portraits, revealing their histories and emotional weight. The selection highlights the Red Cross's humanitarian mission, featuring iconic items like first-aid kits and uniforms, as well as poignant artifacts such as amputation saws and delicate flowers crafted by a prisoner of war. Leutwyler emphasizes the details and imperfections of these objects, reflecting their significant human stories.
Henry Leutwyler is certainly no stranger to the art of ballet—for many years he photographed on stage and behind the scenes at the New York City Ballet, culminating in his book Ballet, since published by Steidl in two editions. Yet Misty Copeland pushes Leutwyler’s vision into a new direction: neither a strict portrait of the renowned ballerina nor a mere documentation of her exceptional craft, this is an intimate collaboration between photographer and subject that explores the subtleties of Copeland as a performer, person, persona and idol. Born in Kansas City, Missouri, and raised in San Pedro, California, Copeland’s biography has all the arc of a fairy tale: she was living in a shabby hotel room, struggling with five siblings for a place to sleep on the floor, when she began ballet studies at the late age of 13. She soon proved a prodigy: within three months of her first class she was dancing en pointe, in just over a year she was performing professionally. In 2015 she became the first African-American woman appointed principal dancer at the prestigious American Ballet Theatre in the 75 years of its existence. In Copeland’s own words: “The path to your success is not as fixed and inflexible as you think.”
Bestselling beauty-book author and cosmetics industry icon Brown offers expert makeup tips that can redefine beauty for women in midlife. More than 200 full-color photos illustrate her advice.
