audrey + ip
Thursday, August 26, 2010 at 4:37 PM 
I don't believe I'll be plopping down $700 for Taschen's brand new Bob Willoughby, Audrey Hepburn: Photographs 1953–1966 (though the tiffany-blue binding is quite tempting!), but I certainly enjoyed leafing through it. Whether it be a pensive moment behind the scenes at paramount studios or lounging on her living room sofa, Willoughby's work showcases a private and personal side to Audrey that few other photographers were able to capture. While her ball gowns are enough to make anyone's jaw drop, it's the photos of her and Ip that really catch my eye. Above are a few of my favorites, along with a couple quotes I found that exemplify my affection for them.
{I posted on Audrey + Ip last December when Bob Willoughby passed away; images from Taschen's sneak peak; quotes found here}
audrey hepburn, bob willoughby, ip, taschen in For the library
Reader Comments (8)
Aside from the timeless images and quotes, I like the way that you framed these with bright colors and added the block quotes inside of the images. Visually appealing...
I love the Edith Wharton quote about originality and a new vision. Perfect that she's lying on the sofa...
oh how fun are those colors! what a great touch to the photos! LOVE it.
I just found your blog through CC and I am soo in love! I have looked though at least two months of archives.... honestly not sure how you do it!!!
PS. Ip is too cute!
how lovely! maybe soon there will be a used copy you can snag at a lower price?
Yeah, $700 is a little pricey. I wonder if it'll show up in the library (though I doubt it). Audrey was such a beautiful spirit and I'm so glad her beautiful words were recorded and are still celebrated.
This is very cool to look at, I love the way you put it all together. And we're with you on the $700, we remember when Taschen just started out as a nifty little publishing house. Ahem.
Sending you a smile,
tp
$700 seems very excessive but they are lovely photographs. Hope you have a lovely week!