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Glen La Ferman creates the images for the sounds that mold our reality. The premiere music portrait photographer, La Ferman has defined the art form, peering beyond musical boundaries, and revealing the essence of the artist. With watchful eye, and imaginative vision, he has captured timeless precious moments of truth; Moments of lowered guard; Moments of vulnerability and humanity.
As an image maker for cultural icons, celebrated ad campaigns, and enduring cover art, Glen La Ferman has translated the raw intensity of the music makers into thought provoking themes, in a vast body of dynamic photographic moments.
Raised in southern California, with the rich colorful backdrop of the 60's, La Ferman recognized his insatiable passion for music, and pursued the path into this new and exciting aesthetic. A Beatles concert at Dodger Stadium was a life altering event, as the indelible images of the Fab Four inspired Glen to his calling. With his first camera (a 35mm Nikkormat), La Ferman explored the vibrant LA Music scene, frequenting the historic clubs of the Sunset Strip. Largely self-taught, La Ferman took a brief internship with, photo-biographer, Norman Seef, and was soon prepared to strike out on his own. For his first assignment, Glen shot Tom Waits live at the Roxy in '68. The photos were a hit with the record label, and a check for $500 made it official: Glen La Ferman, Rock Photographer.
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