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Helmut Newton. Polaroids
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Late photographer Helmut Newton’s unerring skill at capturing the erotic allure of strong, striking women was legendary. This is a compelling collection of his test Polaroids, taken to prepare for his formal shoots, and, with their candid spontaneity, offer a fascinating insight into the photographer’s art.
Hardcover, 8.3 x 10.8 in., 3.62 lb, 224 pages
“This rare and unique title showcases the work of Helmut Newton, possibly fashion’s greatest photographer. Spartanly designed with just one or two Polaroid-sized images per page, the book contains test shots used by Newton to help frame his subjects and refine the final images from some of his greatest shoots over a period of decades.”
Helmut Newton. Polaroids
60Instant Newton
A collection of Helmut Newton’s test Polaroids
Polaroids occupy a special place in the hearts of many photo enthusiasts who remember a time when “instant photography” meant one-of-a-kind prints that developed within minutes of clicking the shutter. What was once a crucial tool for photographers to test their shots before shooting on film has now become obsolete in the face of digital photography.
Luckily for us, legendary photographer Helmut Newton saved his test Polaroids, allowing a privileged and rare chance to see the tests from a selection of his greatest shoots over a period of decades, including many from the TASCHEN titles SUMO, A Gun for Hire, and Work. Selected by his widow, June Newton, from over 300 photos featured at the 2011 exhibition “Helmut Newton Polaroids” at the Museum für Fotografie in Berlin, this collection captures the magic of Helmut Newton photo shoots as only Polaroids can.
Luckily for us, legendary photographer Helmut Newton saved his test Polaroids, allowing a privileged and rare chance to see the tests from a selection of his greatest shoots over a period of decades, including many from the TASCHEN titles SUMO, A Gun for Hire, and Work. Selected by his widow, June Newton, from over 300 photos featured at the 2011 exhibition “Helmut Newton Polaroids” at the Museum für Fotografie in Berlin, this collection captures the magic of Helmut Newton photo shoots as only Polaroids can.
The artist
Helmut Newton (1920–2004) was one of the most influential photographers of all time. He first achieved international fame in the 1970s while working principally for the different international editions of Vogue, where he was celebrated for his controversial scenarios and the ability to make a thoroughly planned photograph seem fresh and dynamic. His many titles and awards include Commandeur dans l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres.
Helmut Newton. Polaroids
Hardcover, 21 x 27.5 cm, 1.64 kg, 224 pagesISBN 978-3-8365-2886-3
Edition: Multilingual (English, French, German)Download product images here
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Snapshots
December 10, 2021
Man sollte die Polaroid-Sammlung nicht unterschätzen, hier findet sich eine Vielzahl Hochkaräter aus der Modewelt wieder.L'importanza delle polaroid in fotografia.
November 6, 2021
Newton è uno dei fotografi che ha sempre ritenuto importante scattare delle polaroid "preparatorie" alle sue foto. A mio avviso è molto interessante vedere e studiare le sue polaroid.Es ist anders
November 2, 2021
Es ist anders als das berühmte Werk Sumo aus dem gleichen Verlag. Insofern sollte man ganz neu an das Buch heran gehen. Keine großformatigen Schwarzweiß-Aufnahmen, sondern eben Polaroids, oft nehmen diese nur einen Bruchteil einer Seite ein. Es überwältigt nicht mit dem Format, es lockt eher mit der Liebe zum Detail. Auch deswegen eine hervorragende Ergänzung zu den anderen Werken von Helmut Newton.See how he prepared his works
October 30, 2021
Before digital, polaroids helped photographers to see how their arrangements fit within the photographic frame. This book helps seeing how Newton prepared many of his famous works.Newton, un genio instantáneo
October 29, 2021
El arte de la Polaroid en manos de Newton es un privilegio visualNewton @home
October 29, 2021
Bei TASCHEN ist Newton zu Hause. Und das ist auch gut so. Wie immer herausragende Qualität!