Mcdonough, Yona Zeldis - Barbie - 2008

"Barbie" Assouline is a work that celebrates the famous doll through portraits staging her vintage outfits and accessories. These images depict Barbie in action, in vividly colorful settings, offering a nostalgic and whimsical perspective on this cultural icon. The book traces Barbie's history and stylistic evolution, portraying her as a figure imbued with mystery, glamour, and humor. This presentation aims to transcend a mere depiction of the doll to reach an ideal of beauty. The photographs offer a variety of settings, compositions, and lighting effects, bearing witness to the author's artistic sensibility.