Henry Diltz's iconic images of the 60s folk-rock scene that centred on LA's Laurel Canyon
After founding the Modern Folk Quartet, Henry Diltz formed many friendships with recording artists of the California rock community in the 60s and 70s. Immersed in this world, he accidentally discovered a passion for photography, which turned into an obsession and occupation. In a memorable six-year partnership with design legend Gary Burden, Diltz…
Henry Diltz's iconic images of the 60s folk-rock scene that centred on LA's Laurel Canyon
From The Doors to Debbie Harry, Joni Mitchell to Slash – Henry Diltz has photographed just about every rock star of note over the past 60 years. Ahead of a new selling exhibition of exclusive, co-signed prints at Sotheby’s between 11–17 July 2024, he talks us through his memories of shooting the"u2026
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For the past 40 years Henry Diltz has beautifully captured the times and the people who have made a difference. He was the official photographer for Woodstock '69, Woodstock '94, and Woodstock '99. He developed close relationship with the musicians he photographed, allowing him to capture the musicians in a more intimate and relaxed manor. He was the go-to photographer for many musicians, his photos gracing the covers of hundreds of album covers, and have been featured in countless books, magazines and newspapers. Steven Tyler Bob Segar Arlo Guthrie Woodstock '69 Eric Clapton Debbie Harry Crosby, Stills & Nash David Crosby Mickey Dolenz Crosby, Stills & Nash The Doors Keith Richards and Ron Wood The Doors George Harrison and Bob Dylan The Eagles Eddie Vedder Jerry Garcia Woodstock '99 Woodstock '99 Grace Slick Graham Nash Hugh Hefner Janis Joplin James Taylor JD Souther and Jackson Browne Janis Joplin Jimi Hendrix Joni Mitchell Joni Mitchell Joni Mitchell and Graham Nash Keith Richards Robert Plant Kurt Cobain Linda Ronstadt Mama Cass Elliot Paul and Linda McCartney Michael Jackson The Monkees Mick Jagger Jim Morrison Richard Pryor Woodstock '99 Pete Townshend Ray Charles Richard Pryor Steely Dan America Steven Stills Sting Simon & Garfunkel Thom Yorke Tina Turner Zac De La Rocha The Who Tom Waites (all photos by Henry Diltz)
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