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Prior to Terry O'Neill becoming known for his celebrity portraiture, most press photography was posed.
Many photography students will wonder how Terry O'Neill influenced celebrity photography.
Terry O'Neill has helped provide more casual, natural celebrity imagery.
Terry O'Neill took photographs of celebrities working, behind the scenes and in everyday settings. His style of photography gives people a sneak peek into the real side of celebrities making behind the scenes photography a key element of celebrity culture.
The photos taken by Terry O'Neil have shown us celebrities having fun with the likes of The Beatles, David Bowie behind the scenes and Faye Dunaway relaxing at the Beverly Hills Hotel following the 1974 Academy Awards.
It has shown how you can take natural moments and produce portraits.
View Terry O'Neill prints at Iconic Images Gallery, located at 16 Waterloo Place, St Jamess (SW1Y 4AR). Visit our website: iconicimagesgallery.com.