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Twiggy: A Life in Photographs National Portrait Gallery

Twiggy: A Life in Photographs By National Portrait Gallery

Twiggy: A Life in Photographs by National Portrait Gallery


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Summary

This beautiful book documents the life of Twiggy, one of the most respected models of all time. It is published in celebration of her 60th birthday.

Twiggy: A Life in Photographs Summary

Twiggy: A Life in Photographs by National Portrait Gallery

Twiggy was the world's first supermodel. As 'The Face of 1966', Twiggy (born Lesley Hornby) was the embodiment of the 60s look and was photographed by leading figures Richard Avedon, Cecil Beaton, Melvin Sokolsky, Helmut Newton, Bert Stern, Klaus Voorman, Douglas Kirkland and Norman Parkinson. Combining these iconic images with more recent portraits by Steven Meisel, Bryan Adams, Mary McCartney and Solve Sundsbo, this book explores and celebrates Twiggy's life in front of the camera. In her own words, Twiggy describes the distinguished photographers she has collaborated with and gives rare insights into the creative process. From the famous haircut by Leonard to her unique make-up and style-setting clothes, Twiggy reflects on these images and how it feels to be photographed, both then and now. With over 100 illustrations, including works from the National Portrait Gallery, London and many private collections, the book also features Twiggy's personal collections, the book also features Twiggy's personal collection of photographs, snapshots and memorabilia. In addition, an illustrated chronology traces highlights in her career, including her starring role in Ken Russell's film The Boyfriend (1971), for which she was awarded two Golden Globes, and her Tony-award-nominated appearance in the Broadway musical My One and Only (1983-4).

About National Portrait Gallery

Twiggy's previous books include A Guide to Looking and Feeling Fabulous Over Forty (2008), Twiggy in Black and White: An Autobiography (1997), Twiggy (1975) and Twiggy by Twiggy (1968). Terence Pepper is Curator of Photographs at the National Portrait Gallery, London. Widely published, his recent books include Horst Portraits (2001) and Beaton: Portraits (2004). In 2002 he was made an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Photographic Society and awarded an OBE for services to photography and art. In 2008 Pepper co-curated Vanity Fair Portraits 1913-2008 with David Friend, for which they won the Lucie Award for Photography Curator/Exhibition of the Year. Robin Muir is Contributing Editor to British and Russian Vogues. He is author of Norman Parkinson: Portraits in Fashion (2004) and In Camera: Snowdon and the World of British Art (2007), as well as several books on the history of fashion photography. He has curated exhibitions for the National Portrait Gallery and the Victoria & Albert Museum, both London, the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, Edinburgh and the Yale Center for British Art, New Haven.

Table of Contents

- Introduction by Terence Pepper - Super New Thing by Robin Muir - Twiggy: A Different Rhythm by Melvin Sokolsky - My Life in Photographs by Twiggy - Portraits - Chronology - Film, Stage, Music and Books - Notes - Picture Credits - Acknowledgements - Index of Photographers

Additional information

GOR002568533
9781855144149
185514414X
Twiggy: A Life in Photographs by National Portrait Gallery
Used - Very Good
Hardback
National Portrait Gallery Publications
20090918
144
Winner of British Book Design & Production Award: Trade Illustrated 2010
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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