A captivating sequence capturing the essence of Steve Martin’s iconic performance Let’s Get Small. The photographs were taken by Norman Seeff in Los Angeles in 1974, as he recalled:
“When I relocated to LA as Creative Director of United Artist Records in 1971, I rented a house in Laurel Canyon and Steve lived in a bungalow on my street. Steve’s manager gave me a video of Steve sitting on a toilet telling jokes. I took it to the execs at UA. They looked at it and said they didn’t think he was funny and passed. I tried. My biggest problem in working with Steve was to hold the camera steady.”
These images are celebrated for their candid and playful nature, reflecting both Steve Martin’s unique comedic style and Norman Seeff's distinctive approach to portrait photography.
In these photos, Martin is often seen in various comedic poses, including the famous “arrow through the head” gag, which became one of his signature comedic props. The black and white photos capture Martin’s energetic and eccentric persona, emphasizing his talent for physical comedy and visual humor. Seeff’s relaxed and interactive style of shooting allowed Martin to express his comedic personality freely, resulting in a set of images that feel spontaneous and authentic.
The photographs are not just portraits; they are a visual documentation of Steve Martin’s rise in the comedy world during the 1970s. Norman Seeff’s ability to capture the essence of his subjects is evident in this series, making it an iconic representation of Martin’s early career.
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