#Brian Aris photography

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"ENIGMATIC AND STRANGE BUT SO BEAUTIFUL.."

PIC(S) INFO: Spotlight on English singer-songwriter/dancer Kate Bush, photographed by Brian Aris, c. 1980.

"Enigmatic and strange but so beautiful. Kate Bush was theatrical and unique as a performer and one of the easiest to photograph."

-- BRIAN ARIS (British photographer)

Sources: www.lucy-bell.com/product/brian-aris-kate-bush-1980, Modern Rock Gallery, Facebook, various, etc...

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Annie Lennox (1983)

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Amii Stewart - Knock On Wood, ph. Brian Aris [1979]

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Mick Jagger and David Bowie, The Prince’s Trust, Wembley Arena, Brian Aris, 1986

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Marsha Hunt photographed by Brian Aris, 1976.

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Capturing Icons The Legendary Photography of Gered Mankowitz!

Gered Mankowitz is a London photographer, born in 1946 as the first son of the late playwright, author, and film writer Wolf Mankowitz. He is well-known and respected as a celebrity portrait photographer, having once been the Rolling Stones official photographer and taken internationally recognized images, such as the cover shot of Jimi Hendrix for 'Ultimate Experience.

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THE BASICS:

FULL NAME: Elias Brian Wyler

NICKNAMES: Ellie, to close friends

AGE & BIRTHDAY: 37 & May 11, 1987

BIRTHDAY PLACE: Honolulu, HI

GENDER IDENTITY: Cis man, he/him

SEXUALITY: Heterosexual

MARITAL STATUS: Married (technically), but separated

ZODIAC: ☼ Taurus ☾ Aries ↑ Aries

+ TRAITS: Empathetic, Spontaneous, Sensual, Practical

- TRAITS: Pretentious, Stubborn, Cynical, Unreliable

NEIGHBORHOOD: Cardinal Hill

OCCUPATION: Fisherman & Charter Guide @ Finest Catch

PERSONALITY:

His good days are good and his bad days are the worst -- Elias leads a life with no middle ground. He tends to exist on a high frequency, abundant energy transformed into a tunnel vision focus for errant hobbies, often shirking basic responsibilities and bailing on those closest to him. He's little talk and all action, impulsivity and passion creating a colorful reputation in his wake. Even when he's deemed pretentious and cynical, he still takes pride in the fact that no one could ever call him lukewarm.

BIOGRAPHY:

Elias would tell you that he was born on the run (most likely while sitting in a nondescript bar, fishing cherries out of a Dirty Shirley), but that's not quite the truth. It sounds like it, on the first telling, when he carries on to list everywhere he lived between the ages of zero and eighteen; Hawaii, Georgia, Italy, Japan, Washington, Illinois, etc. It's a lot, sure, but there was never any urgency to it. No fear or rush as the Wyler family packed up for the umpteenth time and moved across the country again. The excitement of getting a fresh start in a new neighborhood and new school district wore off somewhere around the sixth grade for Elias. It had become routine. After all, that's just the hand you're dealt as a military brat, huh?

For being a Marine, Elias never viewed his father as a particularly strict figure in his life. He was absent, mostly, sometimes even missing holidays at home. And his mother, overburdened with five children and a part-time job as a school nurse, never became a fully-formed individual in his mind, either. As he grew up, he became thankful for their habitual moving, frequently acting out and never facing consequences because of it. It wasn't until they moved to Illinois just before the start of his junior year that Elias felt like anything would ever be permanent -- and even then, it still wasn't. He made sure of it.

With stars in his eyes, he graduated from Blue Harbor High in a rush, desperate to start his life in every conceivable way. The first thing he did was get married, impulsively (AKA stupidly) tying the knot with his then high school girlfriend. They ushered in a rocky relationship that had no chance at lasting. Elias stuck it out for a few years, determined to believe that he'd put down roots for good, but after a few summers working at The Finest Catch, he cashed out. He left without warning, not telling a soul when he booked a one-way ticket to Australia and just went.

Elias would argue that it's his upbringing that kept him on the move for so long. After a paradoxically sheltered yet cultured life experience, he wanted to explore the world in his own way. To literally broaden his horizons, bounding between countries and states. Somewhere along the way, Elias picked up photography, becoming half-decent at it and garnering a few minor publications. His recognition peaked with his thirties, taking him to New York and thus beginning his lover era. Meeting and falling for Danika turned Elias into an idealist, swept up into the notion of a charmed life he'd never known before, but reality came knocking when they started to talk marriage -- and he remembered he had a wife back in Blue Harbor. Using his mother's hometown and the inheritance of a fishing boat as a two-pronged excuse to transplant their lives, he hoped to make quick work of his divorce in private. Naturally, it didn't go that smoothly. He was found out, his relationship unspooled right before his eyes, and he still didn't get those damn divorce papers signed. If he wasn't so stubborn, Elias would've hit the ground running, but with a lease hanging over his head and the accidental rekindling of histories starting again, he's making a valiant attempt at weathering the storm… for now.

HEADCANONS & EXTRAS:

one of the least judgmental people you'll ever meet! considers life to be one big joke of an experiment and maintains that nothing is ever set in stone.

that being said, elias has his bouts of pretention -- catch him on a Sad Drunk night and he'll for sure lament the death of print media.

very much a failed photographer (emphasis on failed as his professional career petered out over the last 2-ish years), but he still enjoys the rare silence of a darkroom now and then.

has several scattered tattoos that lack any sort of meaning. his oldest ink is the marine corps emblem on his upper arm, which he got to match his baby brother who'd just enlisted at the time -- jake didn't find it as funny as elias thought it was.

partied hard in his 20s, dabbling in all sorts of substances, but he's since pulled back. he won't turn down a good offer if it comes his way, buuuut... yeah, he's feeling his age more often than not.

unironically could still describe his nights out tho (catch him gettin' booted from the pour house!)

for as flighty as he is, elias is exceptional at his job. he's felt at home within the sway of waves, often extending his visits to more tropical locales, so he's right at home on the docks. the only drawback? charters. he gets reprimanded a lot for rolling his eyes at people who don't know how to bait a hook.

never had any pets growing up, so he's one of those freaks that sort of treats animals like independent human beings themselves.

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Jane Birkin (by Brian Aris)

The 1970s were an absolute vibe, and Jane Birkin was the queen of it all! She's this stunning English actress and singer who totally owned the era. When she teamed up with Brian Aris, a legendary photographer, they created some seriously iconic pics that captured the spirit of the decade perfectly.

Who Is Jane Birkin?

Jane Birkin blew up with her roles in movies like "Blow-Up" and "La Piscine." Plus, her music with Serge Gainsbourg? Absolutely legendary. Her style was effortlessly chic, setting trends that are still fire today.

Who Is Brian Aris?

Brian Aris was a top photographer in the '70s, known for capturing the real essence of his subjects. When he shot Jane Birkin, he created images that are still iconic and admired even now.

The Photoshoot

Their photoshoot was pure magic. Aris made Birkin feel super comfortable, so her true self shined through. The photos are all about natural vibes—casual clothes, simple settings, and natural light. It’s all so authentic and true to the '70s spirit.

The photos by Brian Aris of Jane Birkin are more than just pics; they capture the '70s spirit and her unique charm. Her look—messy hair, big eyes, simple style—became iconic and still influences fashion today.

Jane Birkin and Brian Aris created something timeless in the '70s. Their photos are a beautiful reminder of a decade full of creativity and freedom. They show how powerful photography can be in capturing the essence of a time and person. Birkin’s natural elegance and Aris’s skill created timeless images that continue to inspire.

Jane Birkin will always be my ultimate icon—her work, style, and authenticity influence me daily. She’s a true legend of beauty, talent, and grace.

Why I Love Jane Birkin

I am obsessed with Jane Birkin! She's the ultimate 70s icon—effortlessly stylish, naturally beautiful, and so relatable. Her music with Serge Gainsbourg is everything. Tracks like "Je t'aime… moi non plus" are timeless bops that just hit different.

Her fashion sense is a constant inspo for me. Whether in jeans and a tee or a flowy dress, she always looked effortlessly chic. It’s not about trends; it’s about expressing yourself, and that’s what I try to do with my own style.

Plus, her openness about life and relationships is so inspiring. She lived with honesty and authenticity, which I totally respect. Her relationship with Serge Gainsbourg, though sometimes controversial, was a testament to true love and artistic collaboration.

Jane Birkin photographed by Brian Aris, 1970s

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Film geek Josh is looking for the subject of his new documentary when a chance meeting puts the perfect star in his sights—Dylan, his school’s most popular junior. But Dylan’s hopes of using the film to become Blossom Queen don’t quite match with Josh’s goal to make a hard-hitting exposé about popularity. Will Josh shoot the film as planned, or show Dylan as the truly interesting person she is? Credits: TheMovieDb. Film Cast: Dylan Schoenfield: Sarah Hyland Josh Rosen: Matt Prokop Hannah: Vanessa Morgan Amy Loubalu: Sasha Pieterse Lola: Lili Simmons Nicole Paterson: Andrea Brooks Asher: Jordan A. Nichols Steven: Jimmy Bellinger Ari: David Del Rio Sandy: Lilli Birdsell Alan Schoenfield: Andrew Airlie Caitlin: Kacey Rohl Mr. Farley: David Milchard Ms. Guthrie: Brenda Crichlow Amber: Erica Van Briel Shy Girl: Nina Kiri Lunch Lady: Kathryn Kirkpatrick Smart Phone Customer: Sean Mahaffey Mall Cop: Brent Chapman Parking Enforcement Officer: Keith Dallas Another Random Girl: Aliza Vellani Popular Guy: Aaron Miko Volleyball Player: Taurean Mills Film Crew: Screenplay: Hilary Galanoy Screenplay: Elizabeth Hackett Director: Jeffrey Hornaday Original Music Composer: Nathan Wang Novel: Robin Palmer Editor: David Finfer Producer: Tracey Jeffrey Casting: Natalie Hart Executive Producer: Todd Lieberman Production Design: Chris August Executive Producer: David Hoberman Executive Producer: Paul E. Shapiro Casting: Jason La Padura Director of Photography: Robert Brinkmann Co-Producer: Brian Zeilinger-Goode Visual Effects Supervisor: Dan Schmit Supervising Sound Editor: Mark Friedgen Costume Design: Rebekka Sorensen Movie Reviews: Reno: **Student film festival meets beauty pageant.** I’m one of those guys who does not believe chick films are for girls alone, actions are for men, as well as magic films for kids. I watch them all, well, at least I admit that. So, not in my childhood, but overall I’ve seen many DCOM and I’ve liked many of them. This film came half a decade ago, I was aware of it, but only now I had watched it and it got me by surprise. I thought it would me another mean girl tale, that’s where I was wrong. Well, in the initial few minutes, that’s how it looked, but everything has changed since the beginning of the second act. That was the biggest plus point of this film. Even though predictable scenes, still it felt good enough. The character transformation, the way it was done was very smart. At one stage you hate, then a soft corner develops. It is a television film, but that’s not how it looked. The quality of the story was like a theatrical film. If they had risked on that, they definitely would have succeeded. I would say a bad decision by the production house, but still the product delivered more than its expectation. The casting was good, All of them were new face to me, except Sasha Pieterse. Expecting a sequel for a good/successful film is so common with its fans. I thought about the same, but seems they are not interesting in one which was kind of confirmed in the end itself. Even though if they decide to make, it won’t be as good as this one. Because the main story, all happened in here. Just like ‘Taken’ which is very powerful original film, not suitable for followups. This is a silly concept, but very nice film. I totally suggest it. _8/10_

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David Bowie marries supermodel Iman, Florence, Italy, 1992 - Ph. Brian Aris

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Debbie Harry, Travelling to the Scilly Isles to film the video of “Island of Lost Souls”, 1982, by Brian Aris.

Punk Princess: ‘Devastatingly Sexy’ Portraits of Debbie Harry 1977 to 1988, by Karen Strike

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David Bowie and Iman Abdulmajid in Florence, Italy, 1992. Photos by Brian Aris.

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Amii Stewart - Knock on Wood, ph. Brian Aris [1979]

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Joan Jett & The Blackhearts – Glorious Results Of A Misspent Youth (1984) Cover Photography : Brian Aris.