I just finished reading Just Kids by Patti Smith. What a wonderful book about two amazing artists. I was introduced to Patti Smith about 6 years ago. I found her voice amazing, her lyrics heart wrenching, and an amazing poet with an amazing life. She was the lover and friend of Robert Mapplethorpe. Both their works controversial. As a fan of black and white photography, and a fan of true rock-n-roll, I absolutely fell in love with this book. It inspires not only creativity, but makes you wonder if in this time of narcissism if a true connection to another human being is really achievable. Their love and admiration for one another tugged my heartstrings in a way that I cannot explain. For those of you who appreciate art of various mediums, I hope that you will find this book as inspiring as I did.
Patti Smith - By Robert Mapplethrope 1977
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