Oct 27, 2010 alfred wertheimer was a twentysixyearold freelance photographer when he was asked to take pictures of a relatively unknown singer from memphis. Some of the fan letters were six or seven pages long, wertheimer remembers, and he was going to read every page. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Elvis 56 in beginning by alfred wertheimer paperback. This coincided with presleys debut single heartbreak hotel and his first national television appearance on the tommy and jimmy dorsey stage show.
Alfred wertheimer photographer limited edition prints for sale. A drytrapped spot gloss varnish was used to preserve the density of the original prints. Elvis 1956 offers black and white photos by alfred wertheimer taken during the year elvis turned 21, and offer a fine visual record of a defining time for rock and roll. Elvis 1956 features images that are a national treasure, including photographs of elvis never before published. See photographer alfred wertheimers full portfolio from elviss 1956 tryst with.
Elvis at 21 alfred wertheimer photographer 1956 youtube. Alfred wertheimer, began his career as a photojournalist in 1951, publishing work in such magazines as life and colliers. Elvis presley photographer alfred wertheimer dead at 85. Oct 25, 2014 alfred wertheimer in 2008, holding one of his most famous shots, a photo of elvis presley kissing a woman backstage. Alfred wertheimer s photographs of elvis presley are a national treasure. Alfred wertheimer, a young new york photojournalist, was asked by elvis s new label, rca victor, to photograph their new artist. Alfred wertheimers photographs of elvis presley are unique visual recorsd of the most exciting and influential performer of our time. Murray exhibited many of the photographs, edited book collections of them and worked. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Welcome to the elvis information network elvis presley. In 1956, a twentyoneyearold elvis presley was at the beginning of his remarkable and unparalleled career and photographer alfred wertheimer was asked by presleys new label.
Alfred wertheimer, early photographer of elvis presley. Oct 21, 2014 alfred wertheimer, the photographer who captured elvis presley on the precipice of lifechanging fame in a series of remarkably intimate blackandwhite photos, died on sunday at the age of 84. Oct 21, 2014 alfred wertheimer, the photographer whose photographs of elvis presley documented the start of a legendary career, has died. The exhibit features roughly 40 photos documenting elvis presleys rise to fame in the year 1956.
Oct 27, 2014 alfred wertheimer was a photographer whose portraits of elvis presley documented the birth of a music legend. When elvis walked on stage in 1956, time stoppedand then exploded. Nowadays when we look at a 1956 photograph of elvis, more often than we realise, we are actually looking through the lens of alfred wertheimer. Jul 30, 2015 alfred wertheimer getty images elvis hair was naturally sandy blond, but he liked to dye it black good for the image and keep it slicked back. Alfred wertheimer was born in germany in 1930, came to america, and settled in brooklyn as a young boy. The making of elvis, behind the scenes hardcover book by chris murray editor, alfred wertheimer. Peter guralnick is an awardwinning biographer of elvis presley and author of last train to memphis and careless love. Limited to 1,956 numbered copies and signed by alfred wertheimer. It was elvis presley, on the cusp of worldwide fame. With unimpeded access to the young performer, wertheimer. King after alfred wertheimers 1956 portrait of a young man.
Photographs of elvis presley during 1956 ed sullivan show. The earbook elvis the early years is a collaboration with the elvis presley estate graceland and presents an exclusive selection of wertheimers photographs of elvis from 1956. Nov 10, 2009 elvis 1956 offers black and white photos by alfred wertheimer taken during the year elvis turned 21, and offer a fine visual record of a defining time for rock and roll. Alfred wertheimer is a new yorkbased photographer, best known for his photographs of elvis taken in 1956. This is king after alfred wertheimers 1956 portrait of a young man named elvis presley at micheline szwajcer, brussels, 2015 by studio david. It was elvis presley, a name the 26yearold wertheimer did not recognize when he trekked down to new york citys studio 50 later to be named the ed sullivan theater to photograph presley s. Alfred wertheimers neverbeforeseen photos of elvis and the birth. Many of the pictures have not been in print before and there are even rare colour pictures, this is the real elvis, well done alfred. Elvis and the birth of rock and roll chris murray, robert santellihardcover in clamshell box, 31,2 x 44 cm, 418 pages, 500february 20 multilingual edition. Christopher and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books. The earth shook on its axis and the beat of everyday life was jolted. Taken during the year elvis presley turned 21, alfred wertheimer s photographs are a remarkable visual record of rock n rolls most enduring figure. Alfred wertheimer was born in germany in 1930, came to america and settled in brooklyn as a young boy. Alfred wertheimer, a young new york photojournalist, was asked by elvis new label, rca victor, to photograph their new artist.
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They are a unique visual record of the most exciting and influential performer of our time. In the course of his oneday assignment for rca, wertheimer was struck by the stunningly photogenic performer and felt compelled to continue in 1956, a twentyoneyearold singer named elvis presley was at the. With amazing unimpeded access to the young performer, wertheimer was able to capture the unguarded and everyday moments in elvis life during that crucial year, one. Elvis presley at 21 wertheimer limited edition book. Elvis and the birth of rock and roll alfred wertheimer bear family records. Shop comcs extensive selection of 2003 bicycle elvis presley alfred wertheimer playing cards nonsports cards. Photographer alfred wertheimer just happened to capture presley in a private moment flirtatiously touching tongues with a young woman. Elvis and the birth of rock and roll image 1 alfred wertheimer. For a new generation of elvis fans, the book provides an inexpensive edition of wertheimers memorable photos with spectacular tritone printing of the kings. In 1956, a twentyoneyearold singer named elvis presley was at the beginning of his remarkable career. How photographer alfred wertheimer captured elvis presleys. Alfred wertheimer photography for sale value guide. Ein is sad to report that elvis photographer alfred wertheimer passed away earlier today.
Join facebook to connect with alfred wertheimer and others you may know. His collection of images of elvis in 1956 are unequalled. In 1956, a twentyone year old elvis presley was at the beginning of his remarkable and unparalleled career and photographer alfred wertheimer was asked by presley new recording label, rca victor, to photograph the rising star. Elvis alfred wertheimer paperback book with images. In 1956, a twentyoneyearold elvis presley was at the beginning of his remarkable and unparalleled career and photographer alfred wertheimer was asked by presleys new label, rca victor, to. Alfred wertheimer 19292014 was born in germany, emigrated to america and settled in brooklyn as a young boy. Elvis shows a lot of emotion in the photographs and they are inspiring. He was 26 when he was assigned to photograph the unknown 21yearold singer. His work has appeared in publications including life, paris match and rolling stone. Elvis and the birth of rock and roll image 3 alfred wertheimer. Though wertheimer created some of the most iconic images of elvis. Lightbox previously featured wertheimers photographs of nina simone. Westheimer invites us in as he shares his experiences in words and photos. Elvis at 21 limited edition book by alfred wertheimer.
Wertheimer s photographs, which first gained national attention after elvis presley died on august 16, 1977, capture the metamorphosis of pop music and the cultural transformation of america. Alfred wertheimer began his career as a photojournalist in 1951, publishing work in such magazines as life and colliers. Alfred wertheimer and his amazing elvis presley photos. In 1956 photographer alfred wertheimer shot intimate and revealing images of elvis presley just before his fame broke and he became a superstar.
Elvis and the birth of rock and roll 9783836534239 by wertheimer, alfred. Elvis presleys 55year kissing mystery on june 30, 1956, an iconic photograph of elvis presley kissing an unidentified woman was taken backstage at the mosque theater in richmond, virginia. This art edition of 125 numbered copies numbered 1125, each signed by alfred wertheimer, comes with a numbered and signed photograph. Foreword magazine elvis 1956 vividly captures the year elvis meteorically rose from obscurity to superstardom featuring alfred wertheimers iconic photographs of elvis some neverbefore published or rarely seen and his recollections. A jewel for any elvis fan, this collectors edition, signed by wertheimer, brings together remarkable shots of the singer from 1956 and 1958. Elvis and the birth of rock and roll public library a.
In 1956, a photographer named alfred wertheimer had the opportunity to follow a young elvis presley as he jumped from one stage to the next. Wertheimer did a good job with compositions and tried to get as close to elvis as possible. Elvis 1956 vividly captures the year elvis meteorically rose from obscurity to superstardom featuring alfred wertheimers iconic photographs of elvis some neverbefore published or rarely seen and his recollections. These photos were taken by alfred wertheimer and are published in a book, elvis 1956, which was published to mark the occasion of the smithsonians elvis at 21 exhibition. Wertheimer s editor and gallery curator, chris murray, said. In 1956, photographer alfred wertheimer received a new assignment from an rca victor. Taken 50 years ago, wertheimers photographs document a 21 yearold elvis at the pivotal moment of his explosive entrance into the cultural landscape.
How photographer alfred wertheimer captured elvis presley. Elvis both famous pictures and some that have never before been published. Oct 04, 2010 alfred wertheimer s photographs of elvis presley are a national treasure. Elvis and the birth of rock and roll alfred wertheimer 2015taschen deutschland gmbh einband, gebunden, texte in. Alfred wertheimer in 2008, holding one of his most famous shots, a photo of elvis presley. New york to memphis was printed using a quadtone process employing four layers of ink. Apr 17, 2012 in 1956, a twentyoneyearold singer named elvis presley was at the beginning of his remarkable career. Photographer alfred wertheimer was a special guest at this years elvis week conversations on elvis. Alfred wertheimers the kiss featured in new book book. Alfred wertheimer alfred wertheimer, elvis, art edition a. The words alfred wertheimer and elvis presley have become synonymous with each other. In the spring of 1956, a series of commercial assignments for rca records led to a shoot of a newly signed singer named elvis presley. Symbolising its high production quality, elvis at 21. Wertheimer was 26 in in 1956 when he was assigned to photograph presley.
I have a few books with similar pictures by alfred wertheimer but this one has the the double spreads too just beautiful. Oct 31, 2006 in 1956, a twentyoneyearold elvis presley was at the beginning of his remarkable and unparalleled career and photographer alfred wertheimer was asked by presleys new label, rca victor, to photograph the rising star. Elvis and the birth of rock and roll image 2 alfred wertheimer. Dec 23, 20 yet for five decades, no one, not even wertheimer, knew the identity of presleys dateuntil now. Alfred wertheimer, a young new york photojournalist, was asked by elviss new label, rca victor, to photograph their new artist. The sensational elvis at 21 wertheimer book, demonstrating the size of the images against a standard cd. Wertheimer described a few of those moments he spent with elvis back in 1956 to the crowd but of course the main topic of discussion was the recent discovery and confirmation of the woman belonging to the famous elvis kiss photograph. Jan 9, 20 this pin was discovered by elvis presley.
It was the year elvis released his first record, made his first tv appearance, and more and it offers a definitive visual portrait unavailable elsewhere. In a new article titled the faces behind the lens, alfred wertheimer is seen with his famous photo the kiss. In 1956, a twentyoneyearold elvis presley was at the beginning of his remarkable and unparalleled career and photographer alfred wertheimer was asked by presleys new label, rca victor, to photograph the rising star. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Finally, a book which does proper justice to the exquisite photographic images of the young king of rock n roll captured by alfred wertheimer in 1956. A book features more than 200 candid images of elvis presley. The book captures a moment in timeand makes it forever stand still to visit and revisit. Published on jan 8, 2016 in 1956, elvis was a littleknown 21yearold singer and photographer alfred wertheimer had full access to his daily life, creating an intimate portrait of. He took an early interest in architecture and design, which led him to cooper union, from which he graduated in 1951.
His photographs are in the permanent collections of the experience music project seattle, washington and the folkwang museum essen, germany. Love this photo book, great images of young elvis made by alfred wertheimer. Elvis and the birth of rock and roll book online at best prices in india on. Elvis and the birth of rock and roll 9783836534239. Photographer alfred wertheimer followed elvis presley around with a camera before the king of rock and roll became famous and one of the.
The photos are all black and white and capture elvis before any of the real craziness began. Alfred wertheimer was sent to cover the 21yearold elvis presley in january 1956. Peter guralnick is an awardwinning biographer of elvis presley and author of. Elvis presley photographer alfred wertheimer reveals the kiss mystery girl. Quite simply this release is an outstanding example of how to present a photojournal. Elvis alfred wertheimer hardcover books online raru. Nov 09, 2010 in 1956, a young freelance photographer named alfred wertheimer was hired to travel with a young regional singer named elvis presley to document the performers first national tour.
Elvis at 21 alfred wertheimer exhibition 20 elvis presley. Al wertheimer tells norman reedus and mark seliger about how he got his start as a photographer when rcas ann fulchino introduced him to elvis presley. Lithographs, and original signed book photos sales. Published on mar 9, 20 a tribute to celebrate the new book by alfred wertheimer in march 20 elvis and the birth of rock n roll. Alfred wertheimer 19292014 in 1956, freelance photographer alfred wertheimer was assigned to photograph a 21yearold singer who rca was promoting. This volume contains a true treasure trove of spontaneous and completely unrehearsed photographs of the king of rock n roll. The early years by alfred wertheimer, 9783940004840, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Extraordinary in its intimacy and scope, alfred wertheimers elvis presley portfolio immortalized the singer on the brink of superstardom.
This book is a massive 359 pages, even if you own other books by alfred wertheimer i would recommend this one. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Elvis presley s first single topped the pop charts in 1956. Alfred wertheimer, then a young freelance photojournalist, was there to document the extraordinary transition. Elvis presleys 55year kissing mystery elvis presley biography. Elvis presleys first single topped the pop charts in 1956. Instantly impressed, wertheimer devoted four months of his own time to intensely shadow the young star. Wertheimers photographs, which first gained national attention after elvis presley died on august 16, 1977, capture the metamorphosis of pop music and the cultural transformation of america. With unimpeded access to the young performer, wertheimer was able to. May 15, 2015 alfred wertheimer 19292014 was born in germany, emigrated to america and settled in brooklyn as a young boy. In the course of his oneday assignment for rca, wertheimer was struck by the stunningly photogenic performer and felt compelled to continue documenting the. Alfred wertheimer s the kiss featured in new book the man who captured elvis during his rise to stardom is currently featured in a new book dedicated to the most notable photographers of our time. Alfred wertheimer shares photographs of elvis from his new book.