Marilyn Monroe died in August 1962. To mark this sad occasion, we’re presenting once again an exhibition devoted to this immortal icon.
The purpose of this exhibition is to show the many faces, and the evolution, of Marilyn: from her beginnings as Norma Jean Baker, posing for her hairdresser, Frank & Joseph, becoming a blonde for the first time, modeling for André de Diènes on Malibu Beach in 1946, her face uncovered, acting for the photographer.
Then the most complex and successful transformation: Marilyn Monroe, the intensified sensuality, posing for Milton H. Greene, or at her apex, posing for Bert Stern, who stood fascinated by the creature posing for him.
Read the full text of this article in the French version of le Journal.
“…de Norma Jean à Marilyn”
September 13 – December 30, 2012
Galerie de l’instant
46 rue de Poitou
75003 Paris
France
+33 (0)1 44 54 94 09
