Ron Galella
American, b. 1931
Through these photos, Galella ( 1931 - 2022 ) presents the life of Warhol, his entourage and the places he frequented, in the form of a visual diary. The term Paparazzo (Italian for “pest”) accurately defines Ron Galella, the man who built his reputation by photographing celebrities on the spot, often in private moments. Famous for his restraining order against Jackie Onassis, Galella was one of Andy Warhol's favorite photographers, who shared his fascination for celebrities of all stripes. “It was Andy Warhol who introduced me to Ron Galella. Andy loved Ron in his own complex way. He'd say, 'Well, this is, uh, Ron Galella. The best photographer”. When people stared at this ordinary-looking guy decked out in paparazzo gear, with his suburban accent and rumpled suit, they thought Andy was making fun of Galella. But it wasn't mockery at all. Andy really liked Galella. I think Warhol identified with a celebrity-loving, persevering and atypically perfectionist Ron. I can also imagine that Andy admired the courage of this ordinary guy, who didn't hesitate to put himself at risk in order to get close to the likes of Jackie Onassis, in constant search of the exceptional image. Andy Warhol saw in Galella a quality that eluded the average person: he was an exceptional photographer. For Andy Warhol, Galella was not a voyeur or a madman, but simply the best paparazzi. He was an artist in a field not recognized as art. Andy had a weakness for that too. I think his eye saw the greatest forbidden portrait photographer of our time.” Portrait of Ron Galella by Glen O'Brien.| Styles |
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Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and Ron Galella, 1971, Ron Galella
By Ron Galella
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Ron Galella (1931)
Title: Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and Ron Galella, 1971
Year: 1971
Medium: Silver Gelatin Print
Edition: 1/15, plus proofs
Size: 10 x 8 inches
Condition: ...
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1970s Pop Art Ron Galella
Materials
Silver Gelatin
Jackie Kennedy Onassis, Black and White Photography, ca. 1960s
By Ron Galella
Located in Cologne, DE
Jacqueline Lee "Jackie" Kennedy Onassis (July 28, 1929 – May 19, 1994) was an American socialite, writer, and photographer who became First Lady of the United States as the wife of P...
Category
1960s Modern Ron Galella
Materials
Silver Gelatin
H 8.08 in W 7.76 in D 0.02 in
Jackie Kennedy, Ari Onassis, Black and White Photography, 1969, 20, 2 x 25, 2 cm
By Ron Galella
Located in Cologne, DE
Jacqueline Lee "Jackie" Kennedy Onassis (July 28, 1929 – May 19, 1994) was an American socialite, writer, and photographer who became First Lady of the United States as the wife of President John F. Kennedy. Her popularity as First Lady was due to her devotion to historical preservation of the White House, her fashion sense, and her devotion to her children, which endeared her to the American public. During her lifetime, Jackie was regarded as an international fashion icon. Her ensemble of a pink Chanel suit and matching pillbox hat that she wore in Dallas, Texas, when the president was assassinated on November 22, 1963, has become a symbol of her husband's death.
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Description: Jackie Kennedy, Ari Onassis...
Category
1960s Modern Ron Galella
Materials
Black and White, Silver Gelatin
H 7.96 in W 9.93 in D 0.02 in
Grace Jones at Bond’s, New York
By Ron Galella
Located in New York, NY
Ron Galella (1931)
Grace Jones at Bond’s, New York
1980
11 x 14 inches
Silver Gelatin Print
Edition of 20
Signed, dated, titled by the artist.
Described by a nickname of Paparazzo E...
Category
1980s Modern Ron Galella
Materials
Silver Gelatin
Reception, Jackie Kennedy Onassis, Greece, 1968, 20, 2 x 29, 9 cm
By Ron Galella
Located in Cologne, DE
Jacqueline Lee "Jackie" Kennedy Onassis (July 28, 1929 – May 19, 1994) was an American socialite, writer, and photographer who became First Lady of the United States as the wife of President John F. Kennedy. Her popularity as First Lady was due to her devotion to historical preservation of the White House, her fashion sense, and her devotion to her children, which endeared her to the American public. During her lifetime, Jackie was regarded as an international fashion icon. Her ensemble of a pink Chanel suit and matching pillbox hat that she wore in Dallas, Texas, when the president was assassinated on November 22, 1963, has become a symbol of her husband's death.
(wikipedia)
Description:Reception, Jackie Kennedy Onassis, Greece, 1968, 20,2 x 29,9 cm
Keywords: JacquelineKennedyOnassis, JackieO, JackieKennedy, Wedding; Hochzeit; Greece; Griechenland; Europa; groom; bride; Braut; Bräutigam; Celebrity; Prominent; famous; berühmt; Schwarzweiß; Blackandwhite; Ikone; iconic; Kunst; art; Leben; Life; 1970s...
Category
1970s Modern Ron Galella
Materials
Black and White, Silver Gelatin
H 7.96 in W 11.78 in D 0.02 in
Jackie Kennedy, Black and White Photography, ca. 1970s, 25, 2 x 20, 3 cm
By Ron Galella
Located in Cologne, DE
Jacqueline Lee "Jackie" Kennedy Onassis (July 28, 1929 – May 19, 1994) was an American socialite, writer, and photographer who became First Lady of the United States as the wife of President John F. Kennedy. Her popularity as First Lady was due to her devotion to historical preservation of the White House, her fashion sense, and her devotion to her children, which endeared her to the American public. During her lifetime, Jackie was regarded as an international fashion icon. Her ensemble of a pink Chanel...
Category
1970s Modern Ron Galella
Materials
Black and White, Silver Gelatin
H 9.93 in W 8 in D 0.02 in
Jackie Onassis, Black and White Photography, ca. 1960
By Ron Galella
Located in Cologne, DE
Jacqueline Lee "Jackie" Kennedy Onassis (July 28, 1929 – May 19, 1994) was an American socialite, writer, and photographer who became First Lady of the United States as the wife of P...
Category
1960s Modern Ron Galella
Materials
Silver Gelatin
H 7.96 in W 9.93 in D 0.02 in
Jackie Kennedy; streetphotography; ca. 1970
By Ron Galella
Located in Cologne, DE
Jacqueline Lee "Jackie" Kennedy Onassis (July 28, 1929 – May 19, 1994) was an American socialite, writer, and photographer who became First Lady of the United States as the wife of P...
Category
1970s Modern Ron Galella
Materials
Black and White, Silver Gelatin
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