See Pentax Photos Taken by Paul McCartney? Must-See Photo Exhibition | Release #263
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Possibly the most renowned composer in the world, Paul McCartney. Registered in the Guinness World Records as the 'most successful composer in popular music history', a photo exhibition 'Paul McCartney Photo Exhibition 1963-64 ~Eyes of the Storm~', where you can see the world captured through his lens, will be held in two locations, Tokyo and Osaka.
“Millions of eyes suddenly turned towards us, creating unforgettable photographs”
Since debuting as a member of The Beatles in 1962, Paul has dominated the global music scene and continued to rise to stardom. The exhibition captures the story of how he captivated the world through his Pentax camera and the frenzy of 'Beatlemania'.
Over 250 photos selected by Paul McCartney himself will be on display, along with insights from that time. Among them are rare photos taken backstage in Liverpool and during the 'Ed Sullivan Show', which have not been printed for 60 years.
Paul's Beloved Pentax
Paul McCartney is also known for his fondness for Pentax cameras. The is a 35mm SLR camera with the first self-timer by Pentax, which he acquired in the fall of 1963. Photos taken with this Pentax camera are displayed in this exhibition.
Free Audio Commentary by Paul Himself
In this exhibition, you can enjoy an audio guide recorded by Paul McCartney himself. His narration allows you to deeply experience the memories and passions of that time. This audio guide is available for free through the Bloomberg Connects app, supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies.
What do you think?
Not only Beatles fans but also those interested in seeing rare photos taken with domestic cameras will find this exhibition appealing. You may also rediscover the charm of cameras that capture the world seen by global stars equally. Take this opportunity to visit the exhibition held in Tokyo and Osaka.
Exhibition Information
Exhibition Name: Paul McCartney Photo Exhibition 1963-64 ~Eyes of the Storm~
<Tokyo>
Period: July 19, 2024 (Fri) – September 24, 2024 (Tue)
Venue: Tokyo City View (Roppongi Hills Mori Tower 52F, 6-10-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
Organizer: Fuji Television Network, Inc. and others
<Osaka>
Period: October 12, 2024 (Sat) – January 5, 2025 (Sun)
Venue: Grand Front Osaka North Building Knowledge Capital Event Lab
Organizer: Paul McCartney Photo Exhibition Osaka Executive Committee
