The infallible gift of the late photographer Helmut Newton to capture the eroticism of strong and impressive women was legendary. Here is the proof, with this captivating collection of test Polaroids taken in preparation for his more formal shots. With their unvarnished spontaneity , they offer a fascinating glimpse into the photographer's art.

A selection of Helmut Newton's test polaroids

Polaroids hold a special place in the hearts of many photography enthusiasts who remember a time when "the snapshot" meant a single print developed within minutes of pressing the shutter button. What was once an indispensable tool for photographers, allowing them to test their composition before printing the film, has been made obsolete by digital photography. Fortunately for us, the great photographer Helmut Newton has kept his Polaroids, giving us the rare and privileged opportunity to see the genesis of a selection of his finest images spanning several decades, many of which have been published by TASCHEN in the SUMO albums, A Gun for Hire and Work . Collected by his widow June Newton , these images capture the magic of Helmut Newton's shooting sessions as only Polaroids can.

Hardcover, 21 x 27.5 cm, 1.65 kg, 224 pages.

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