Self-Portrait (Fright Wig), 1986
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Known for his ‘pop art’ and illustrations, iconic artist Andy Warhol would often use polaroid photos as his aids for painting portraits.
Compiled by AMERICAN SUBURB X, the polaroids below were taken by Warhol himself and they offer a fascinating glimpse into his eccentric creative process.
Check out the entire collection here.
Deborah Harry
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Self-Portrait
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Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Muhammad Ali
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Wilhelmina Ross
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Bianca Jagger
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Jean-Michel Basquiat
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Candy Spelling
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Tom Jones
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[via Exposure Guide, images via AMERICAN SUBURB X]

Known for his ‘pop art’ and illustrations, iconic artist Andy Warhol would often use polaroid photos as his aids for painting portraits.
Compiled by AMERICAN SUBURB X, the polaroids below were taken by Warhol himself and they offer a fascinating glimpse into his eccentric creative process.
Check out the entire collection here.
Deborah Harry

Self-Portrait

Arnold Schwarzenegger

Muhammad Ali

Wilhelmina Ross

Bianca Jagger

Jean-Michel Basquiat

Candy Spelling

Tom Jones

[via Exposure Guide, images via AMERICAN SUBURB X]