New York’s Brooklyn Museum hosts The Beatles’ Paul McCartney photographs in a show.
In the whirlwind of Beatlemania during 1963–64, Paul McCartney, a founding member of The Beatles, immortalized the frenzy with his trusty Pentax camera. Following in the footsteps of “the boys” from the UK to New York, McCartney’s lens offers a captivating glimpse into the band’s meteoric rise to superstardom during their inaugural U.S. tour.
Over 250 of McCartney’s photographs, rediscovered from his archives, provide a rare insider’s view of this historic period. Vibrant snapshots transport viewers to the heart of 1960s New York City, a place enraptured by The Beatles since their arrival.
Displayed alongside video clips and archival material, McCartney’s photos not only exhibit his artistic prowess but also serve as a personal and historical testament. They capture the relentless pace of The Beatles’ tour schedule, with the Fab Four darting from concerts to hotels, pursued by fervent fans and relentless paparazzi.
Beyond documenting the band’s journey, these images offer glimpses of camaraderie and transformation among McCartney and his bandmates—John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. They present an intimate portrait of a band on the cusp of global fame, freezing moments of irretrievable change.
Through McCartney’s lens, viewers are invited to see “through the eyes of the storm,” gaining insight into his unique perspective on this extraordinary era. It’s an opportunity to relive the meteoric rise of a musical legend and to experience firsthand the energy and excitement that defined The Beatles’ journey to iconic status.
