A joint exhibition in LA between two of it's biggest museums, is home to the biggest retrospective of renowned photographer Robert Mapplethorpe. From his iconic portraits of best friend Patti Smith, to Mapplethorpe's insightful self portraits to his radical journey through the underground sex scene of New York in the 80s.

Away from the controversies of the time and the political outrage at a gay artist's sexualised work, today, these exhibitions give us a chance to really view Mapplethorpe's ability as a photographer. The fine detail, the delicate yet stark lighting and the photographic composition.




From still life displays flowers to still life displays of sexual acts, and from portraits of cultural icons of the era to raw compositions of hyper sexualised scenes. Head along before the 31st July to take a look around the LACMA or Getty Museum to explore this radical collection of work.

Robert Mapplethorpe: The Perfect Medium
Runs until 31st July
Los Angeles County Museum of Art and J Paul Getty Museum, LA
Images sourced: lacma.org

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