The Bad and the Beautiful

"The Bad and the Beautiful: Photographs by Ellen Graham" provides a fresh and fantastic look into sharp, introspective and cunning photography -- often told through the expressions of iconic celebrities. Ms. Graham not only serves as an observer of wit and verve, to be captured on film -- she is also a friend to many of the talented and famous who stand before her lens. Authentic, emotional gazes projected by the likes of Streisand, Newman, Minnelli, Beatty and many more of Hollywood's elite superstars are beautifully presented. These legends have utmost confidence in Graham's artistic talent and signature style - easily seen in the wonderful array of stances and attitude. But do not expect this assortment to be all about luminaries. Ms. Graham finds whit and drama from many original sources. This is a must for any photography fan and belongs in a library collection of photographer 'greats.'