Book details

  • Genre:photography
  • Sub-genre:Photoessays & Documentaries
  • Language:English
  • Pages:160
  • Hardcover ISBN:9798317801403

Subject: PUNK

By Maggie St.Thomas

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Overview


Subject: PUNK is a powerful collection of photography, interviews, and quotes by Maggie St.Thomas, spanning across three decades. Featuring legendary artists such as X, Ramones, The Dickies, Lunachicks, Fishbone, Sick Of It All, and more, this book is not just a photo archive—it's a journey. Never-before-seen images and personal stories chronicle Maggie's evolution from a wide-eyed young girl with a dream into an accomplished artist and photographer.
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Description


Subject: PUNK takes a stage dive into the heart of punk rock! Told through the lens of Maggie St.Thomas, a photographer whose published works span over three decades, this collection of photography, interviews, and personal anecdotes captures the raw energy, and spirit of that movement. Subject: PUNK chronicles Maggie's story, from her start as a wide-eyed young girl with a film camera, to an accomplished photographer who achieved her dream of becoming a professional artist. Anecdotes about tagging along with her dad to shows at the Hong Kong Café, the awe-inspiring experience of photographing her her all time favorites... THE RAMONES!, insights from inside the punk rock scene, and more are gathered throughout, transporting readers into a world where every photograph tells a story of defiance, unity through music, and unapologetic expression. Featuring never-before-seen images of legendary outfits including X, Ramones, The Dickies, The Lunachicks, Fishbone, Sick Of It All, and more, this book is not just a historical archive—it's a personal journey. Subject: PUNK is a visual love letter that celebrates the passion, uncompromising attitude, and relentless pursuit of art that defines punk rock!
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About The Author


Maggie St.Thomas became a published photojournalist by age fourteen, capturing the Los Angeles Anarchy Punk and Goth music scenes. Since then, Maggie's photographic and journalistic works have graced the centerfolds, pages, and adorned the covers of albums and over 300 print publication issues, including Billboard, Rolling Stone, and High Times Magazine. Acknowledged by legendary Ramones Creative Director Arturo Vega for her talent, she has worked closely with many renowned artists including Etta James, Lemmy Kilmister, Bo Diddley, Joey Ramone, Bradley Nowell, and many more. One of her most cherished moments remains the time in 1995 when she photographed her all-time favorite idols, Ramones. Maggie currently resides in Long Beach, CA as a West Coast photographer.
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