Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Irving Penn


Irving Penn's death in Manhattan was announced a few hours ago; he was 92. It is difficult to think of who--or what-- he did not photograph in his long illustrious career. To say he was just a fashion & celebrity photographer is not enough. (But, of course, that is the headline.)

[photographs by Irving Penn/Masters of Photography via Ballet Photography]

3 comments:

Parisbreakfasts said...

One of the absolute bEST we ever had...Amazing artist!
merci

Parisbreakfasts said...

One of the absolute bEST we ever had...Amazing artist!
merci

Susan said...

Agreed. Oh what a cute little French dog...I don't remember if from before. I shall have to pop over to ParisBreakfasts soon. xo