ANTON CORBIJN - FAMOUZ - PHOTOGRAPHS - 1976/88

ANTON CORBIJN - FAMOUZ - PHOTOGRAPHS - 1976/88

Published by: Schirmer/Mosel, München, 1989, first edition

Hardcover, 139 pages

36 x 27,5 cm

Language: English

Condition: Excellent

Famouz is the first major photography book by Anton Corbijn, the renowned Dutch photographer and filmmaker. Before this publication, Corbijn had long been a sought-after figure behind the scenes of the international music industry, known for designing album covers and directing music videos. However, Famouz marked his breakthrough to a wider audience, solidifying his reputation as a visionary portrait photographer.
This collection features iconic black-and-white portraits of some of the most influential musicians in jazz, rock, pop, and folk from 1976 to 1988, including: John Cale, Tom Waits, David Bowie, Johnny Rotten, Nina Hagen, Lou Reed, John Martyn, Miles Davis, Don Van Vliet, Ry Cooder, Sinéad O'Connor, Leonard Cohen, Roy Orbison, Wynton Marsalis, Blixa Bargeld, Van Morrison, and many more.
Corbijn's signature aesthetic—raw, intimate, and devoid of artificial glamour—strips stars of their stardom, revealing their humanity. From a contemplative Peter Gabriel to a stark aerial shot of Sinéad O’Connor, and U2 posed in front of an actual Joshua tree, these images showcase his ability to capture the essence of his subjects beyond their public personas.
An essential book for photography and music lovers alike, Famouz stands as a landmark in music portraiture and Corbijn’s artistic legacy.