Stunning Black and White Portraits of Cindy Crawford Taken by Barry Elz in 1984

In 1984, photographer Barry Elz captured a series of black and white photographs of Cindy Crawford, showcasing her with a short hairstyle. These images were taken at Elz’s Lindell Blvd Studio in St. Louis, utilizing 4"x5" black and white negatives.

Crawford herself reminisced about this period, sharing a video montage of these photos on her Instagram in May 2024, highlighting her “short hair days.” The stunning shots captured Crawford’s youthful beauty as she posed in a stylish tube top and other striking looks.

These photographs not only capture Cindy Crawford’s early modeling years but also reflect the collaborative artistry between her and Barry Elz during the mid-1980s.

(Photos © by Barry Elz)