Al Hirschfeld was an artist who worked primarily drawing caricatures, primarily of Broadway stars, for the New York Times, to which he contributed to for over 60 years. His work is in the permanent collection of both MoMa and the Met. His capability to capture and exaggerate distinct and defining facial characteristics is superb. That Hirschfeld was able to re-create each subject's aura is a testament to his skill. The elegance of his lines are impeccable. The simple, clean drawings are just beautiful.
Annie Hall (Keaton and Allen)
Dizzy
Casablanca
Einstein
Marlon Brando
Clark Gable
Ralph Steadman
(Artist, but better known as Hunter Thompson's Illustrator)
...This ring a bell?
Ralph Steadman's "Dr. Gonzo" aka Thompson
The Producers (Movie) - Zero Mostel & Gene Wilder
The Godfather
Clint Eastwood
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