We'd met Jim on several occasions. I think he even came to see our old band, the Swamis. He'd threatened to show up at our shows on several occasions to take some photos. It never happened. Years later when I ran into him at a gallery, he remembered me and asked what I was up to. After telling him about Recliner, and how we were going to conquer the world, he gave me his card. "Give me a call, kid. I'll come shoot you guys."
Just knowing Jim even entertained the thought of photographing us was compliment enough. Oh who am I kidding?
Rest in peace Jim.
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RIP Jim Marshall. I was lucky enough to have been at his house near the Castro about 8 months ago to buy one of his Johnny Cash prints. A producer at my office was running a print auction and she took me there with her.
He was a crazy bloke (crazy like all the best creative minds) - pacing constantly and knocking back whiskey. His house was like a museum to rack and roll. One killer image after another. All the greats. All shot my him. If I could be one-tenth as good as him behind the camera I'd be more than happy. I think I'll start with Recliner :)
Cheers,
Martin L
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