M-65s, berets, wide brim fedoras, pins... This era in reggae culture is so incredble. Thanks to the intimate photography of Kim Gottlieb-Walker a beautiful collection of Bob Marley and his friends performing and profiling can be used for your enjoyment and inspiration.
This was a great present from my Executive Producer Kerri Kleiner. She always finds the most amazing books. After obsessing over it for weeks I had to share it with you guys. An incredible gift and addition to the collection...
My brother Mikael Kennedy proves "it's the journey, not the destination" in his final installments of Passport to Trespass. All good things must come to an end and thankfully for us the incredibly talented photog has documented the journey through poignant and personal polaroids.
A wanderer of the land, the phrase, "that's some Mikael Kennedy shit right there" has been used more than once when driving by an abandoned barn or watching snow fall upon an open field. You might recognize his photographs from the recent Hill-Side campaign. A great couple of books to add to your collection, the limited edition set is on sale now...
Rebels have the most style. That's just how it is... They do it their way. Never have I seen such stylish individuality and truth captured in photographs as with these mugshots featured in the incredible book Least Wanted edited by Mark Michaelson and Steven Kasher.
What I try to capture in Test Shots, these images command so beautifully. Whether these people have committed crimes or not there's an incredible honesty and freedom in the moment of the photograph I'm attracted to. The emotion in their eyes, the uniqueness in their clothing, and the attitude in their energy is an undeniable inspiration. Troubled?... Probably... True?... Definitely... Kindred?... Unfortunately...
This out of print classic from Rizzoli entitled Jocks And Nerds is one of the best books I've seen on Men's fashion. Richard Martin and Harold Koda put it together in 1989. Nearly twenty years later the book serves as a great launchpad for inspiration and discussion.
They break down men's style into twelve categories: Jock, Nerd, Worker, Rebel, Cowboy, Military Man, Hunter, Sportsman, Joe College, Businessman, Man about Town, and Dandy. A great visual mix of photos, explanation and theory. I think more than ever great style is about taking a piece of all these types and making it your own, so you can't really fit into a category or genre.
I just came across the amazing book Made For Skate which is a definitive look at the culture of skate footwear. Each brand has their own unique identity and story told through the insiders of the sport. It's a fantastic exploration into the history and evolution of the world's most stylish sport through its shoes. This looks like the perfect book for you guys to pick up, so take a look at their website for more amazing photographs, information, and see if you agree...
"New York is a city where one can get a more intense view of our society than any other place in the world."
- Alan J. Pakula
New York state of mind today for obvious reasons. Been thumbing through two of my loves... New York and filmmaking. Filled with so many beautiful pictures, quotes, and stories, Scenes From the City: Filmmaking in New York captures the essence of my beloved city as well as the films and directors it features. An amazing book from James Sanders and Rizzoli, which never disappoints.
Sometimes this city is tough. Sometimes this city shows no remorse. Sometimes this city is the most beautiful thing I know... New York...
Scenes from the City: Filmmaking in New York amazon link
"This is anti-autotune. Death of the ringtone. This ain't for iTunes. This ain't for sing-a-longs. This is Sinatra at the opera. Bring a blonde. Preferably with a fat ass who can sing a song."
- Jay-Z
Cover of Dancehall: The Rise of Jamaican Dancehall Culture by Beth Lesser published in 2008
