Slim Aarons (1916–2006)
Before capturing the world’s most beautiful destinations, Slim Aarons was a combat photographer during World War II, earning a Purple Heart for his bravery. Having witnessed the hardships of war, he made a conscious choice upon returning home to focus exclusively on celebrating life, joy, and peace.
His legendary career became a personal mission to capture "attractive people doing attractive things in attractive places."Audiences everywhere fell in love with his work because it offers pure, un-staged optimism. Aarons rejected artificial studio lights, makeup artists, and forced styling. Instead, he relied entirely on natural sunlight and real environments. His images do not feel like exclusive clubs; rather, they serve as open invitations to step into a sun-drenched world of architectural beauty, timeless leisure, and the simple art of living well.
Materials: Black Stained Maple, Photo Paper, Acrylic Glazing
Handmade in Austin, Texas, each piece includes a certificate of authenticity commemorating the partnership between Slim Aarons, Getty Images Gallery and Four Hands Art Studio. Photo courtesy of Getty Images.
Dimensions: 32.00"w x 1.50"d x 32.00"h
