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Slim Aarons

The Essential Collection
By Shawn Waldron
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Slim Aarons, crafted by Shawn Waldron, delves into the glamorous world captured by renowned photographer Slim Aarons. Known for his evocative photography of the elite and their lavish lifestyles from the mid-20th century, the book is a tribute to Aarons' ability to capture elegance and charm. It showcases a stunning collection of images that highlight opulent settings and intriguing personalities, offering a window into a uniquely captivating era.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy exploring the glamorous world of high society through the lens of a celebrated photographer. It's a captivating collection that showcases stunning and timeless images capturing the essence of luxury and elegance across decades. Perfect for those who appreciate art and culture with a touch of nostalgia.

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This luxe edition provides a deep and comprehensive look at the groundbreaking career of Slim Aarons, spanning five decades. The book begins with Slim's field work as an Army photographer and continues through his fledgling days in Hollywood, opening the LIFE bureau in Rome, fashion and travel shoots for Holiday, and finally travelling the world for Harper's Bazaar.

With a new and definitive biographical essay, spotlights on key moments in his career, and exclusive insight from former associates, Slim Aarons: The Essential Collection gives readers an unprecedented look into Slim's private world. Author Shawn Waldron's text delves into Slim's biography in unprecedented detail and reveals new information, while award-winning journalist, historian, and New York Times bestselling author Lesley Blume provides historical context to Slim's career.

Additionally, Slim's former assistant and author Laura Hawk reveals the intricacies of her and Slim's friendship, and historian, author, and Vanity Fair contributing editor Nick Foulkes explores Slim's influence on our current cultural moment. After five previous books, Slim Aarons: The Essential Collection presents the best of the previous image collections, including hundreds of iconic photos, along with more than 100 rare and previously unpublished works.

This beautifully produced book, a tribute to Slim Aarons's incredible contribution to modern photography, is the result of intensive scholarship and research, making it a must-have for any Slim fan and photography lover.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419746161

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 12 October 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Abrams

Illustration: 500 black-and-white and color photographs

Contributors:

  • By Slim Aarons

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 356.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 416

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Arts & Culture Non-Fiction Shawn Waldron

About the Author

Slim Aarons (1916–2006) was among his generation’s most influential photographers. His photographs have appeared in countless magazines, including Town & Country, LIFE, and Holiday.

Shawn Waldron is an archivist and curator specializing in photography. Based in New York City, he oversees the Slim Aarons Archive and is curator of print sales and exhibitions at Getty Images. Prior to joining Getty Images, he was director of the Condé Nast Archive for more than a decade. Lesley Blume is an award-winning journalist, historian, and New York Times bestselling author. Laura Hawk is a freelance writer who worked closely with Slim Aarons for more than two decades. Nick Foulkes is a Vanity Fair contributing editor and the author of more than 25 books on art and history. Maria Cooper Janis was born in Los Angeles to parents Gary Cooper and Veronica Cooper. She is a successful artist, exhibiting paintings in the United States, Europe, and Asia.

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