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With the eye of a painter and the freedom of a photographer, Guy Bourdin created captivating images rich in stories, compositions, and colors. He used fashion photography to explore the realms between the absurd and the sublime, drawing inspiration from theater and Surrealism. Renowned for his suggestive narratives and striking aesthetics, Bourdin broke the conventions of commercial photography with his relentless perfectionism and sharp humor. Given total creative freedom, he captivated a generation. The late 1970s, considered the pinnacle of his career, are the focus of this two-volume edition. Volume I highlights the nearly forgotten images featuring Nicolle Meyer, who appeared in over 30 of his iconic campaigns for Charles Jourdan and in French Vogue editorials. Volume II serves as a road trip through Bourdin's visual landscape, blending images that map his artistic journey. Texts, Polaroids, poems, sketches, and contact sheets intertwine with Nicolle Meyer's memories, revealing moments of Bourdin's creative process that might otherwise fade away. To this day, Guy Bourdin remains an enigma, leaving behind a provocative and compelling legacy. This work delves into his oeuvre and offers insight into the intricate workings of the photographer's mind.