In a career than spanned over forty years, Nickolas Muray (1892-1965) established himself as a photographer who remained at the cutting edge of his profession.“Photography, fortunately, to me has not only been a profession but also a contact between people–to understand human nature and record, if possible, the best in each individual.”Born in Szeged, HungaryContinue reading “18 Stunning Color Photos of Marilyn Monroe Taken by Nickolas Muray in the Early 1950s”
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50 Fascinating Photographs of Life From the 1940s to the 1960s
Yale Joel began his career as a professional photographer when he was 19 years old, he served as a combat photographer during World War II, and several years later became a member of the famous LIFE magazine photography staff. Working out of the LIFE bureaus in Washington, Paris, Boston and New York, he established anContinue reading “50 Fascinating Photographs of Life From the 1940s to the 1960s”
64 Fantastic Vintage Photos Showing French Punk Culture During the 1980s
The story of Punk Rock has become a decidedly British affair, through its many retellings, with the Sex Pistols providing its Anarchy in the UK strapline as well as its chief emblem – the Queen with a safety-pinned face. Sure, the Americans got in first musically with their scene at venerated New York punk clubContinue reading “64 Fantastic Vintage Photos Showing French Punk Culture During the 1980s”
24 Wonderful Photos Showing Fashion Styles of a Young Lady During the 1950s
In many ways, the 1950s took a big step back, especially for women. During World War II, while the men were away, women began to gain an independence that was rare before the war. They left their homes to work in offices and factories, earning and managing their own money. Clothing was heavily restricted throughoutContinue reading “24 Wonderful Photos Showing Fashion Styles of a Young Lady During the 1950s”
35 Amazing Photos of Celebrities From the 1960s and 1970s
After having been fashion photographer, John French’s, assistant, David Bailey begins the 1960s with a contract with Vogue and rapidly becomes a leading figure of the Swinging London scene, chronicling the unrestricted existences of models and musicians. Although he admits being fascinated by the Renaissance art and the painter, Caravaggio, the British photographer favors minimalist,Continue reading “35 Amazing Photos of Celebrities From the 1960s and 1970s”
25 Vintage Photos of Audrey Hepburn From the 1950s to the 1970s
Famous Italian photographer Elio Sorci captured candid images of celebrities from the 1950s and known as a pioneer in photojournalism movement. One of celebrities is Audrey Hepburn, also his friend that he shot in Rome in the late 1950s to early 1970s. Audrey Hepburn (born Audrey Kathleen Ruston; 4 May 1929 – 20 January 1993)Continue reading “25 Vintage Photos of Audrey Hepburn From the 1950s to the 1970s”
50 Amazing Vintage Photos From the 1960s Volume 9
The 1960s (pronounced “nineteen-sixties”, shortened to the “’60s” or the “Sixties” ) was a decade that began on January 1, 1960, and ended on December 31, 1969. The “cultural decade” of the 1960s is more loosely defined than the actual decade. It begins around 1963–1964 with the John F. Kennedy assassination, the Beatles’ arrival inContinue reading “50 Amazing Vintage Photos From the 1960s Volume 9”
44 Amazing Photos Showing Women Posing With Their Cars in the 1960s
50 Gorgeous Vintage Wedding Photos From the 1920s
Backstage Photos of Queen and Diego Maradona in Argentina During “The Game Tour”, 1981
The Game Tour was a concert tour by Queen to support their successful 1980 album The Game – which includes the hits like “Another One Bites the Dust” and “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” – and their short trek has become the stuff of myths and legends. This tour saw the band being the firstContinue reading “Backstage Photos of Queen and Diego Maradona in Argentina During “The Game Tour”, 1981”
