For some reason, shopping has always been the way my mom and I do quality time. We don’t necessarily buy anything, but we chat and browse. Nowadays, we’d prefer to rummage though a great “junk store” than shop for clothes. Today, while doing a little antiquing with her, I found this positively delightful Popular Photography magazine from February 1946. It’s fantastic!

The cover is not in perfect condition, but I’ll find some sort of sleeve or something to put it in. Isn’t it beautiful, though?

The inside, however, is pretty much perfect, and I’m actually interested in the articles. A few I’m especially looking forward to reading are:

• “So This is Cheesecake” [cheesy 40’s pin-up style photography]
• “Photographers Ran the War”
• “Philippe Halsman–Modern Portraiture” [he made portraits of film stars like Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, and Lauren Bacall!]

And there’s a “Pix-Quiz” to test yourself:

What a fun find! It definitely added a little happy to my day!

Jamie

Wife, mom, J-ma. Introvert who enjoys good books, sunshine, and authentic conversation. Often seen with a steaming mug of tea in hand – unless it’s lost yet again in the microwave. Read more »