Pirelli - The Calendar. 50 Years And More /August 5, 2015 by Richard

The notoriously exclusive Pirelli Calendar, featuring glamorous shots of beautiful women, was first published in 1964. Reserved for important clients and VIPs, the calendar has since grown into a legend of its own. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the now-legendary institution that is the Pirelli Calendar, TASCHEN brings you a retrospective volume reproducing the complete calendars.

And you can't get one since it's already sold out!

“They took a humble garage calendar and magically turned it around into the most desirable object for the jet set, the glamour set”

— Benedikt Taschen

Pirelli - The Calendar. 50 Years And More - Hardcover, 30 x 30 cm, 576 pages

As a photographer navigating the AI era, we are confronted with numerous fresh opportunities and, at the same time, potential challenges. The question looms: can we not only survive but also harness the full potential of these new possibilities, especially with the advent of mega digital cameras in this emerging photographic age?

Certainly, AI tools have enabled enthusiastic individuals to craft a diverse array of captivating artificial images. However, the question arises: can these creators truly be called photographers? In my view, the distinction lies in the ownership of photographs and the associated intellectual property rights. This consideration has made me considerably more discerning in terms of what and how I choose to publish my images.

PS. These thoughts or blogs reflect my personal perspective on the current state of affairs.