I don’t remember the first time I saw her. It's as
if she has just always been there.
I was fascinated by her from a very young age, though there were no influences
in my life propelling me toward her. It was just natural, and still I am never
able to gather enough information about her.
It started with books. I bought anything and everything written about her that I
could get my hands on - photography books, coffee table books, biographies,
magazines. And eventually...auction catalogs.
With the catalogs came the realization that her private and personal possessions
were within reach. I could touch something she had owned, something she had
worn, something she had used. Just imagine it. I couldn’t. It didn’t seem
possible, and does not still to this day. Even though she is pictured with many
of the items in my collection, it does not seem real. My mind simply
cannot make the connection.
On this site, you will also find an array of information on Marilyn, from her
personal awards and nominations to her "Marilynisms." To see Marilyn, be sure to
visit the downloads page, with several video clips available on YouTube.com for
your viewing pleasure, or the
gallery, which has several pages of Marilyn Monroe
photos.
While her public image is known to many, it is her private life that has always
held my attention, and thus is the focus of my collecting aspirations. I acquire
my items mostly at auction; Christie's, Julien's, Bonhams. I continue to seek
items to add to my collection, a never ending quest to celebrate and remember
the life of a truly amazing woman.
You may email me directly with any questions you may have about Marilyn, or even
just to say hello.
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Marilyn, click
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