Pattie Boyd

Born:: 17 March 1944, Taunton, Somerset, England
Nationality:: British
Profession(s):: Model, Photographer, Author

Early Life and Education

Born Patricia Anne Boyd to Colin Ian Langdon Boyd and Diana Frances Boyd.
Educated at various boarding schools, including St. Martha's Convent.
Early exposure to modeling through her mother's connections.

Career and Major Achievements

Began modeling career in London in the early 1960s.
Featured in magazines such as Vogue and Vanity Fair.
Known for her influence on 1960s fashion and beauty trends.
Developed a career as a photographer, capturing intimate portraits of rock musicians and celebrities.
Published her memoir, offering insights into her experiences during the British Invasion era, and ultimately resulting in the successful launch of Pattie Boyd autobiography.

Notable Works

Significant modeling campaigns for various designers and brands.
Exhibitions of her photography, showcasing her intimate portraits.

Photography Exhibitions

Various solo and group exhibitions of her photography throughout the world.
Exhibitions often focused on her photographs of George Harrison and Eric Clapton.

Publications

Wonderful Tonight: George Harrison, Eric Clapton, and Me (2007) - Memoir

Legacy and Impact

Pattie Boyd is remembered as a significant figure in the cultural landscape of the 1960s, both as a model who helped define the era's aesthetic and as a muse for some of the most influential musicians of the time. Her photographic work offers a unique perspective on the lives of rock stars, and Pattie Boyd autobiography provided a highly sought-after perspective into the decade, marriage, and lives of the Beatles and Eric Clapton.