| Shades
of Gray
Movie Stars, presidents, heads of state. She photographed
the last formal portrait of Her Serene Highness Princess Grace of Monaco
in her palace. That resulted in a commission for an official government
stamp portrait of Prince Rainier III and Princess Grace of Monaco. Then
there's Sophia Loren, Mexico President Lopez Portillo, President Jimmy
Carter, Lady Bird Johnson and Barones Nadine de Rothschild. Her work
hangs everywhere from the finest |
homes to the
National Gallery in Washington, D.C., to the Shakespearean Theater in
London. Her talents have graced the pages of Town & Country,
Texas Monthly, Ultra and British Vogue, to name a few.
No location is too exotic for her talents; from the beaches of Nantucket
to the safaris of Africa, she's captured it through the magic of her
lens. Gray Hawn is also a fine artist and an award-winning producer
of children's documentaries. |
What is your greatest
accomplishment?
My three children who possess
the genuine values and integrity to pursue their dreams. As I
sit back and observe them succeed, it brings me joy to know that
they're truly making a difference.
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has been your biggest career inspiration?
Warren Skaaren (writer of
Top Gun, Beatle Juice, Batman and others) gave me words of encouragement
at the beginning of my career when I most needed it. Coming from
such a creative and successful person, Warren's inspiration dissolved
my fears and helped me to realize my potential. I learned from
him how valuable it is to be there for others as an influential
figure.
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Favorite Female Subject that has
posed for me?
Sofia Loren. She is a radiant
woman with unbelievable charisma, enthusiasm and love for life.
She was so enjoyable and has so much to share, I could have spent
the entire day talking with her. |
The perfect evening of entertaining
must have?
Hundreds
of candles...they create a beautiful ambience of romance and warmth.
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Who is an icon in history with whom
you most identify?
Claude Monet. His impressionist
style and beautiful garden paintings have inspired much of my fine
art. |
Which ability would you most like
to have that do not have now?
I've always thought it would
be fun to be a back-up singer for a rock star. I can't sing a note,
but I definitely have the attitude! |
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What is a trademark of your work?
My work captures the emotion
and sensitivity of a forgotten time. |
Favorite famous male subject who
posed for you?
Former President Jimmy Carter.
When I was in his presence, I was touched by his purpose and dedication
to humanity. I saw in him a great emotional depth and genuine compassion
for people. |
What is your greatest
luxury?
My freedom. After traveling around the world to beautiful
and poverty-stricken countries like Africa and India, I always realize
how easy it is to take my freedom for granted when I return home. |
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One word to describe Gray Hawn ?
Compassionate.
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What new, creative endeavors can
we look forward to seeing in the future?
I'm currently working with Kimmie Rhodes (singer/song writer)
on a book entitled Something to Believe in. I'm also very excited
about my gallery show debut scheduled for early fall which will
feature my never before seen private collection of fine art prints
that tell the story of my life experiences through an artistic lens. |
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