November 23, 2006
Polaroid Portrait Performance in Paris
Photographer Christian Courrèges prepares Anne Biroleau and Jean-Claude Lemagny, of the Bilbliotheque nationale de France, for their portrait in front of a crowd at the Baudoin Lebon Gallery booth at Paris Photo.
A bit of nervous fun just before the flash goes off.
The 20 inch x 24 inch Polaroid portrait is revealed moments later, to applause.
Copyright 2006 Christian Courrèges.
The instant reaction.
This was one of the only interactive/performance spaces at Paris Photo this year, and it attracted large crowds during the entire festival. The alchemy and magic of instant large-format Polaroid photography enthralled people. And the line-up of portrait subjects was interesting as well. Celebrities, photographers, people in old-world costumes, and playful nudes kept the audience buzzing and the snapshots flying.
Apparently, this is the only 20 x 24 Polaroid camera in Europe, so it travels a lot, and is booked far in advance. The photographs were thick and rich and luxurious.
Comments
Great site great blog from a photography lover.
Wish I coud have that great Polaroid camera.
Here in Portugal Polaroid does not sell the film I like and I need. If y like to see my pictures please go to:
www.polaroid.com/ artists/ archives/ andre bonito
you also can see a never to be achieved project about the Lisbon bas fond
htpp://photographerandrebonito.blogspot.com
I'm a professional photographer since 1966.
Drop me a line if you think it's worth your time.
Also I have a special friend great portfolio from Portugal ( 1974-1990) that I can show you too. Htpp://joaoxxxxbafo.blogspot.com
I also like Allen Ginsberg snapshots ( the ones he did portraying Burroughs )
Best regards
andre bonito