For Iooss - whose efforts have graced the cover of "Sports Illustrated" nearly 300 times - every picture really does tell a story. Here he highlights his favorites with behind-the-scenes anecdotes. For the famous "Blue Dunk" overhead shot of Michael Jordan taken in 1987, Iooss personally painted the parking lot, stationed himself in a cherry picker and waited for the shot. While shadowing "Tiger Woods" from hole to hole in Carlsbad in 2000, the photographer purposefully wore dark glasses the entire day so as to not look in the golfer's eyes. And in 2003, Iooss literally couldn't sleep the night before reuniting Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier for their first photo together in 30 years. In a lyrical display, we witness a creative evolution as Iooss continually discovers new ways and approaches to capture the athletic spirit. Iooss' passion, power and perspective are clearly at play in this artful package.
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Famed sports photographer Iooss's talent is unmistakable, but this rather unorganized collection of more than 150 of his greatest shots does him a disservice. A brief introduction by Michael Jordan, a frequent Iooss subject, adds little to the subsequent images, which range from Jordan and his fellow Bulls alum Scottie Pippen to a group of boys playing baseball on a Havana street corner. Sprinkled throughout is commentary by Iooss on particular shots, including a pair of portraits featuring surfing greats Laird Hamilton and Kelly Slater, and several midair shots of Jordan and his trademark slam dunk. For readers unfamiliar with each famous face in sports history, the lack of titles will be irritating, and the index only adds to the confusion. The collection is arranged neither chronologically nor by sport, making it difficult to come away with an idea of Iooss's evolution as a photographer during his almost 50 years behind the camera. Iooss captured some of the greatest moments on and off fields, courts and rinks, but this portfolio doesn't do him justice. (May)
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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
There is a reason that Walter Iooss has had his work on the cover of SI almost 300 times - it's because his work is incredible. I love sports, coffee table books, and great photos and that's the three reasons it took for me to buy this amazing book. Over the years he's captured on film some of the most iconic sports photos you'll ever see. In this book, he shows his favourite 150 pictures.
To me, the most amazing photo in here is Michael Jordan in the midst of a slam dunk. The height of Jordan and the way Walter makes him appear as if he is the only person in the whole arena. Walter also writes stories about some pictures and the Michael Jordan photo is one of them.
It's truly an amazing book. It's fun to look back at some famous moments in sport history and even to some recent moments. It's even great to see some athletes off the golf course, or b-ball court - but in their own private time.
If you love sports and great pictures, then check out this book. It really is a fantastic book and would make the perfect gift for almost anyone. I love it and highly recommend it.
To me, the most amazing photo in here is Michael Jordan in the midst of a slam dunk. The height of Jordan and the way Walter makes him appear as if he is the only person in the whole arena. Walter also writes stories about some pictures and the Michael Jordan photo is one of them.
It's truly an amazing book. It's fun to look back at some famous moments in sport history and even to some recent moments. It's even great to see some athletes off the golf course, or b-ball court - but in their own private time.
If you love sports and great pictures, then check out this book. It really is a fantastic book and would make the perfect gift for almost anyone. I love it and highly recommend it.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
As a former professional photographer (and currently successful writer), I consider Walter Iooss to be the best working photographer around (and the best sports photographer ever); his new book, a retrospective of his 40 years behind the lens, confirms this in spades. Whether you're a sports fan or just a fan of beautiful imagery, this book is a must. Hear me? A MUST. (And at the Amazon price you goddabe nuts not to own it.)
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By Brian
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
OK look-- and I mean it- LOOK! This oversized, coffee table book is filled with incredible images and sports moments. Micheal Jordan frozen high above the court, Arnold Palmer & Jack Nicklaus looking like kids sharing a table, Muhammad Ali & Joe Frazier looking like old warriors/friends. And the occasional anecdotes about the shoots are wonderful.
Why only 4-stars? The presentation doesn't allow for any identifying captions on each page. There's an index-type "key" in the back of the book. Given the book's size, it is rather awkward to flip the pages forward and back to identify the athletes, not to mention that the entries are somewhat difficult to read due to the very small font.
BUT-- this is a minor complaint. If you've never seen Iooss' work (impossible?), you're in for a huge treat. And even if you have, you owe it to yourself to see them presented here. Gorgeous.
Why only 4-stars? The presentation doesn't allow for any identifying captions on each page. There's an index-type "key" in the back of the book. Given the book's size, it is rather awkward to flip the pages forward and back to identify the athletes, not to mention that the entries are somewhat difficult to read due to the very small font.
BUT-- this is a minor complaint. If you've never seen Iooss' work (impossible?), you're in for a huge treat. And even if you have, you owe it to yourself to see them presented here. Gorgeous.
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By Robby
Format:Hardcover
What great pictures, really shows what you can do when you look outside the box of normal sports photography, Walter really shows what a true pro in the field can do...
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Brian Smith
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
Walter Iooss has been front and center among sports photographers since he was a skinny teenager in the 1960s.
Five decades of sport blend seamlessly together in this exception volume. There isn't a single weak image in this book, which is hardly surprising since I seriously doubt that Walter has ever shot a bad photo...
I never tire of Walter's stories and his back story about his photos of Tiger Woods and of Yogi Berra with Whitey Ford are priceless...
Anyone who loves sports photography will love this beautifully designed book.
Five decades of sport blend seamlessly together in this exception volume. There isn't a single weak image in this book, which is hardly surprising since I seriously doubt that Walter has ever shot a bad photo...
I never tire of Walter's stories and his back story about his photos of Tiger Woods and of Yogi Berra with Whitey Ford are priceless...
Anyone who loves sports photography will love this beautifully designed book.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I purchased this book for my husband, after seeing Mr. Ross on the Today Show. My husband who is a sport freak, is totally in love with this book. The pictures are stunning! This is a MUST have for any sports lover. And the price is amazing!!
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By S. Wray
Format:Hardcover
I got this for my husband for Father's Day, and while I expected a large book, this is more than I imagined. The pictures are so dramatic in content and so large in scope, each page requires an extended time to absorb it. My husband is thrilled with it, and goes back to it regularly as it can't be read all at once. A must for every sports fan!
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
A very nice book and will make a nice Christmas present for my grand children, who are into sports.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars
Heavy Waste of Space but Great Photographs
This is the kind of cumbersome coffee table book you thumb through once and then ignore for the rest of your life. Read more
Published on October 13, 2010 by Amazon-tron 3000
4.0 out of 5 stars
Striking sports photos
This is an awesome book of photos I've not seen before. I've been a subscriber of SI for over 30 years and at least half of the photos I had not seen. Read more
Published on March 11, 2009 by Charles E. Gibbs
4.0 out of 5 stars
Love It
I bought this for my boyfriend's birthday and he totally loves it. We were NOT disappointed. The pictures are precise and vibrant. Read more
Published on March 11, 2009 by Laura C. Marado
4.0 out of 5 stars
sort of re-hashed....
I love Walter Iooss, but the picts in this book are sort of re-hashed. Book arrived with torn cover, inside in perfect condition. There are better Iooss books..
Published on January 24, 2009 by Robert K. Montero
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing
I saw a few shots from this book on the Today show, but never have I been so astounded by photographs and I love photography. Read more
Published on November 22, 2008 by Elizabeth Larrow
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