PORTRAITS OF KEITH RICHARDS 1963-1972
2010-10-25As one of the world’s most beloved guitarists, Keith Richards is celebrated as much for his lifestyle as his musical genius. “Before They Make me Run – Portraits of Keith Richards 1963 – 1972,” explores the various sides of this quintessential rock star’s life.
Curated by Raj Prem and produced in association with SFAE, the exhibition features the work of some of the world’s greatest rock photographers. Included are images from iconic sessions such as Philip Townsend’s first ever photographs of the Stones in Chelsea in the early ’60s, Gered Mankowitz’s moody black-and-white portraits, Michael Cooper’s exotic images from Morocco and Joshua Tree, Michael Joseph’s “Beggars Banquet” photos, official Stones photographer Ethan Russell’s poetic images of the group’s infamous 1969 and 1972 US tours, and Dominique Tarle’s photos taken during the recording of “Exile on Main St.” in the South of France. Additional photographers included are Peter Webb and David Montgomery with their memorable “Sticky Fingers” images, legendary producer Eddie Kramer’s intimate recording studio shots with Keith, and Jerrold Schatzberg’s photos of Keith dressed in drag.
Opposite – Keith Richards, Piano, Dominique Tarlé
San Francisco Art Exchange
458 Geary Street
San Francisco
CA
94102
USA
