Alfred Wertheimer, “Elvis at the Piano”
1956
I selected this image because I love how it shows the isolation of such a famous figure, Elvis. This image shows how much music was a part of his life, it was not just about success or fame. I love how Elvis is positioned next to the window with empty chairs scattered throughout the room showing that there is no one else around him or listening to him playing piano and singing; he is just enjoying his art alone and isolated. The description even says it is a gospel song, a genre he is not well known for. It’s a very intimate snapshot into his personal life and his simple enjoyment of music. I really appreciate the way the sunlight enters the room with the contrast of the bright front of the piano and the dark side of the piano.
