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Discover 'David Bowie: Mixing Memory & Desire,' a stunning visual homage to the iconic musician by celebrated photographer Kevin Cummins. This remarkable 2023 publication by Octopus showcases the unparalleled journey of David Bowie through his music, fashion, and art, capturing the essence of this cultural icon in over 150 stunning photographs. Each image reflects the creative spirit of Bowie, from his electrifying performances as Ziggy Stardust to heartfelt moments off stage.
For the David Bowie aficionado or photography enthusiast, this book is a treasure trove. Cummins, having started his photography career at just 19, has spent over four decades documenting Bowie's ever-evolving personas, offering fans an intimate look at a legend who defined a generation. Whether it’s the glitz of the 70s or the profound beauty of Bowie's reflective moments, every photograph in this collection tells a story.
This book is more than just a collection of images; it's a journey through time and artistic evolution. You’ll find insights from contemporaries like Noel Gallagher and Goldie, who highlight the unique connection Cummins forged with Bowie.
Don't miss the opportunity to own this must-have item for your collection—perfect for gifting or personal enjoyment. Experience Bowie like never before, visually and emotionally.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781788404280
Year: 2023
Publisher: Octopus
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781788404280
Year: 2023
Publisher: Octopus
Description:
"AS ICONIC PHOTOGRAPHER, ADVENTUROUS FAN AND INSIDER
EYE-WITNESS, KEVIN CUMMINS HAS ALWAYS BEEN WHERE THE CULTURAL
ACTION IS. MIXING MEMORY & DESIRE WILL MAKE YOU SEE DAVID BOWIE IN
A SURPRISING AND STIMULATING NEW WAY." -PAUL MORLEY
"DAVID BOWIE WAS ON A CREATIVE JOURNEY THROUGH MUSIC,
FASHION AND ART. A JOURNEY UNPARALLELED IN POPULAR CULTURE.
WHAT A PRIVILEGE IT IS FOR US THAT KEVIN CUMMINS WAS THERE TO
CAPTURE THIS JOURNEY. HIS WONDERFUL BOOK SHOWS US EXACTLY
WHY BOWIE WAS SO UNIQUE." -NOEL GALLAGHER
"KEVIN BRILLIANTLY CAPTURES THE ESSENCE OF THE GREAT MAN IN
THESE REMARKABLE PHOTOGRAPHS. CUMMINS IS SO ADEPT AT BREAKING
DOWN THE BARRIER OF THE CAMERA, YOU SENSE BOWIE IS COMPLETELY
AT EASE WHEN THEY WORKED TOGETHER" -GOLDIE
'Whether you know him as Ziggy Stardust, Major Tom, or just David Jones, there is a David Bowie for everyone. Through Cummins's photos, each of these iconic personas is brought before our eyes.' DAILY MAIL
The career of celebrated photographer Kevin Cummins began on 29th June 1973 when, as a nineteen-year-old photography student, he photographed David Bowie. That image is now in the renowned photography collection of the V&A Museum and marked the beginning of Kevin Cummins' four-decade-long visual chronicle of David Bowie's remarkable career. David Bowie: Mixing Memory & Desire includes some of the best portraits of Bowie ever taken, the majority of which have never been published until now. From those legendary Bowie gigs in the early 1970s, through to a poignant image taken ou
For the David Bowie aficionado or photography enthusiast, this book is a treasure trove. Cummins, having started his photography career at just 19, has spent over four decades documenting Bowie's ever-evolving personas, offering fans an intimate look at a legend who defined a generation. Whether it’s the glitz of the 70s or the profound beauty of Bowie's reflective moments, every photograph in this collection tells a story.
This book is more than just a collection of images; it's a journey through time and artistic evolution. You’ll find insights from contemporaries like Noel Gallagher and Goldie, who highlight the unique connection Cummins forged with Bowie.
Don't miss the opportunity to own this must-have item for your collection—perfect for gifting or personal enjoyment. Experience Bowie like never before, visually and emotionally.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781788404280
Year: 2023
Publisher: Octopus
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781788404280
Year: 2023
Publisher: Octopus
Description:
"AS ICONIC PHOTOGRAPHER, ADVENTUROUS FAN AND INSIDER
EYE-WITNESS, KEVIN CUMMINS HAS ALWAYS BEEN WHERE THE CULTURAL
ACTION IS. MIXING MEMORY & DESIRE WILL MAKE YOU SEE DAVID BOWIE IN
A SURPRISING AND STIMULATING NEW WAY." -PAUL MORLEY
"DAVID BOWIE WAS ON A CREATIVE JOURNEY THROUGH MUSIC,
FASHION AND ART. A JOURNEY UNPARALLELED IN POPULAR CULTURE.
WHAT A PRIVILEGE IT IS FOR US THAT KEVIN CUMMINS WAS THERE TO
CAPTURE THIS JOURNEY. HIS WONDERFUL BOOK SHOWS US EXACTLY
WHY BOWIE WAS SO UNIQUE." -NOEL GALLAGHER
"KEVIN BRILLIANTLY CAPTURES THE ESSENCE OF THE GREAT MAN IN
THESE REMARKABLE PHOTOGRAPHS. CUMMINS IS SO ADEPT AT BREAKING
DOWN THE BARRIER OF THE CAMERA, YOU SENSE BOWIE IS COMPLETELY
AT EASE WHEN THEY WORKED TOGETHER" -GOLDIE
'Whether you know him as Ziggy Stardust, Major Tom, or just David Jones, there is a David Bowie for everyone. Through Cummins's photos, each of these iconic personas is brought before our eyes.' DAILY MAIL
The career of celebrated photographer Kevin Cummins began on 29th June 1973 when, as a nineteen-year-old photography student, he photographed David Bowie. That image is now in the renowned photography collection of the V&A Museum and marked the beginning of Kevin Cummins' four-decade-long visual chronicle of David Bowie's remarkable career. David Bowie: Mixing Memory & Desire includes some of the best portraits of Bowie ever taken, the majority of which have never been published until now. From those legendary Bowie gigs in the early 1970s, through to a poignant image taken ou