The World Through Hopper’s Eye

Dennis Hopper is perhaps best remembered for being a master in front of a rolling camera—from Rebel Without A Cause, to Cool Hand Luke, Blue Velvet, True Romance, and of course, Easy Rider which he co-wrote, directed, and starred in. But did you know that he’s unbelievable with a still camera as well? Believe it. Throughout most of the 60’s, Hopper carried a camera with him wherever he went—we’re talking film sets, parties, diners, bars, galleries, the freeway, political marches, you name it. And suffice it to say, he saw some pretty cool sh*t in his day. The limited edition Dennis Hopper: Photographs 1961-1967 ($1,300) is a collection of Hopper’s finest work as chosen by Hopper himself, along with gallerist Tony Shafrazi, and range from subjects such as Tina Turner in the studio, Andy Warhol at his first West Coast art show, Paul Newman on set, and Martin Luther King Jr. during the Civil Rights March from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama. Capturing an entire generation, Hopper’s works serve as a cultural narrative for a tumultuous and exciting time. Lucky for us, we get to take a peek inside.