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SUMMARY
A new Taschen monograph, 'Arnold,' compiles seven decades of photographs of Arnold Schwarzenegger, featuring work by renowned photographers like Annie Leibovitz, Robert Mapplethorpe, and Herb Ritts. The book emphasizes Schwarzenegger's intuitive understanding of how camera angles, particularly low angles, can enhance a subject's presence and impact. It showcases his evolution from a bodybuilder to a Hollywood star and politician, illustrating his active collaboration with photographers who found him a uniquely compelling subject. The collection serves as a masterclass in portrait photography, demonstrating diverse approaches to capturing a single individual.
TAKEAWAYS
Taschen's new book 'Arnold' covers seven decades of the subject's photographic history.
Schwarzenegger understood the power of low-angle shots to make subjects appear taller and more impressive.
The book features collaborations with notable photographers such as Annie Leibovitz and Robert Mapplethorpe.
It highlights Schwarzenegger's active role and understanding of the photographic process, not just as a passive subject.