The Original Secret Photo of Marilyn Monroe and President John F. Kennedy Finally Unveiled on June 1, 2010 at
Art & Artifact: The Photographic Art Center in Los Angeles, CA
For the very first time, Art & Artifact: The Photographic Art Center and Keya
Gallery / Keya Morgan Collection, will unveil the only photograph ever known
of President John F. Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe to the public.
This historically significant photograph was taken by JFK’s personal photographer,
Cecil Stoughton, on May 19, 1962 at the home of Arthur and Matilda Krim on 33 East
69th Street, New York, NY, a few short hours after Marilyn’s legendary performance of
“Happy Birthday Mr. President” at Madison Square Garden.
“This is the only existing photo of Marilyn Monroe with either Kennedy Brother, since the others were confiscated by the Secret Service and the FBI.”
-Keya Morgan, Keya Gallery
The image captures the private relationship between the two historical icons and serendipitously aligns it with one of the most memorable performances ever made by
Marilyn. Both of these shooting stars were soon destined to burn out, Marilyn within a
mere 8 to 9 weeks after the photograph was taken and John F. Kennedy just a short
18 months later.
A single edition of The Secret Photograph was presented as a personal gift from Keya
Morgan to Michael Jackson, leaving only 9 from the limited edition of 10, 30”x 30”, photographs remaining in the world.
During the exhibition that opens June 1, 2010 (Marilyn Monroe’s birthday), Art & Artifact
in collaboration with Keya Gallery/Keya Morgan Collection, will showcase The Secret Photograph in 30”x 30” silver gelatin fiber print, limited edition of 10, plus a series of 10
separate limited edition, silver gelatin photographs, 11x14, taken by acclaimed
photographer Irving Steinberg of Marilyn backstage at Madison Square Garden in all her glory… only moments after her stunning performance at JFK’s 45th birthday celebration.
Among these images is an incredibly revealing shot of Marilyn, fully showcasing the gown, additional shots of her in the limousine as she departed the venue and finally,
a beautiful close-up of Ms. Monroe that quintessentially captures all that was magical about this 20th-Century goddess.
Art & Artifact: The Photographic Art Center
410 N. La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, Ca 90048
An exclusive opportunity for media coverage from Visionaire PR Group
++THE OPENING EVENT++
Marilyn's Birthday
Tuesday, June 1, 2010 6:30 - 9:30pm
A selection of French Wines and Cognacs to be served
6:30 pm - TAKE IN THE VIEW
The Secret Photo is unveiled to the public
Photographer: Cecil Stoughton
30 x 30, Hand Signed, Silver Gelatin Fiber Print, Limited Edition of 10
A single edition of The Secret Photograph was presented as a personal gift from Keya Morgan to Michael Jackson, leaving only 9 from the limited edition of 10, 30x30, photographs remaining
Marilyn Monroe backstage at Madison Square Garden
Series of 10 Photographs
taken only moments after her stunning performance at JFK's 45th birthday celebration
Photographer: Irving Steinberg
11 x 14, Hand Signed, Silver Gelatin Fiber Print, Limited Edition of 10
Best of Marilyn from the Frank Worth Collection
Photographer: Frank Worth
Limited Edition Silver Gelatin Prints and Lithographs available
SPECIAL GIFT
As a token to you, our special guest, you will receive a complementary Marilyn Monroe lithograph from the Frank Worth Collection, your choice of one from the following selection of six
linda@art-artifact.com (RSVP to attend event/ must mention you received invite from Jenn/Visionaire PR)
www.art-artifact.com
To arrange media coverage/press passes/more info/photos etc
jenn@redlightpromotions.com
213.321.5886
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