Buxton Books is proud to be the bookseller for the Charleston Library Society as they welcome photographer Brownie Harris to celebrate his book, Brownie Harris Retrospective 1970-2020, a collection of 50 years of iconic images. For tickets and more information, please click here.
From JFK Jr. and Andy Warhol, to Miles Davis and Bill Clinton, renowned photographer Brownie Harris has dazzled us all for decades with his incredible capability to capture humanity through photography. Join the Charleston Library Society for an exclusive deep dive into his work behind the camera from Brownie himself, showcasing his new release Brownie Harris Retrospective 1970-2020, a 50-year collection of his most iconic images.
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About Brownie Harris Retrospective 1970-2020:
Acclaimed photographer Brownie Harris unveils Brownie Harris Retrospective 1970–2020, a breathtaking 50-year collection of his most iconic images. Spanning five decades, this first-of-its-kind retrospective highlights Harris’s masterful ability to capture both cultural icons and everyday people with striking depth and artistry. From John F. Kennedy Jr., Andy Warhol, and Carly Simon to factory workers, corporate leaders, and Hollywood legends, his portraits transcend time, revealing the power of human connection through expert lighting and composition. “Since I began my photography career in 1970, I have been fortunate to travel the world photographing some of the world’s most influential people and events. Recently, I discovered a photograph when I was starting my career in 1970. A friend of mine saw a connection with another photo I had taken 50 years later, and coincidentally, a couple blocks away from the first. These two photos inspired the creation of this book. I hope you enjoy it.” Accompanied by personal reflections, behind-the-scenes stories, and a deep dive into his creative process, this book is an essential collector’s piece for photography enthusiasts, art lovers, and history buffs alike.
About Brownie Harris:
Brownie Harris has spent 50 years documenting the worlds of public television, Fortune 100 companies, and Hollywood. After earning a BFA in Communication Arts & Design from Virginia Commonwealth University, he founded the photography department at WNET/Thirteen at just 23, pioneering visual storytelling in public media. As a freelance photographer, he worked with GE, IBM, Raytheon, NASA, and the U.S. Marine Corps, before transitioning into film and television as a Unit Still Photographer. His work has appeared in productions by Paramount, BBC Studios, Lionsgate, Disney, Amazon Studios, and Warner Bros. Now based in Wilmington, North Carolina, Harris continues to inspire with his timeless imagery and artistic vision.