COLLECTIONS | BACKSTAGE | HEIDI KLUM, MIAMI, 2008

Black and white photo of a woman with long blonde hair making a fierce face, holding her head with both hands, with another woman partially visible in the background.

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HEIDI KLUM, MIAMI, 2008


  • In 1999 James was invited to shoot backstage at the infamous Woodstock ’99 concert during the performance of the legendary James Brown. it ignited a new passion for him ,and in the years since James has been given all-access to many exceptional concerts and live events. Aligning his solid relationships in fashion and music, James became the lead photographer at the global phenomenon, The Victorias Secret Fashion Show

    James states:

    “I have often likened my extraordinary backstage access to being the janitor in the closet at the White House – putting me in the hot seat to capture a historic first-hand account.”

    The Backstage Secrets series features:
    Ariana Grande, Alessandra Ambrosio, Barbra Striesand, Justin Bieber, Gisele Bündchen, Lady Gaga,  Black Eyed Peas, Cara Delevingne, Toni Garrn, Elsa Hosk,Selena Gomez,Bella Hadid, Gigi Hadid,Taylor Hill, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Miranda Kerr, Kendall Jenner, Seal,Heidi Klum, Abby Lee Kershaw, Karlie Kloss, Doutzen Kroes, Adam Levine, Adriana Lima, Bruno Mars, Stella Maxwell, Barbara Palvin, Nicki Minaj, Katy Perry, Rihanna, Behati Prinsloo. Lais Ribeiro, Josephine Skriver, Sara Sampaio, Ed Sheeran, Romee Strijd,  Jasmine Tookes, Candice Swanepoel, Taylor Swift, The Weeknd, Justin Timberlake, Liu Wen and others.

    His bestselling volume ‘Backstage Secrets’ first launched in Shanghai at Harbour City in 2017.

Event sign for 'Backstage Secrets' by Russell James at Shanghai Exhibit, sponsored by Mercedes-Benz, outdoor modern cityscape with tall glass skyscrapers
An older man in a black suit taking a photograph at an art gallery with large fashion photographs on the wall behind him.
People walking and taking photos at an outdoor event, with a large black-and-white display of photographers on a stage in the background, skyscrapers visible in the distance.
A woman taking a selfie at a nighttime event with a crowd behind her holding illuminated signs and banners.
A photo of an outdoor event space with a black stage featuring a sign that reads 'Backstage Secrets by Russell James,' with purple lighting and people gathered inside and outside the stage area at dusk.
Four women and one man standing in front of a red vehicle at an event, with a backdrop displaying "Backstage" and lights around a mirror.
Two men are standing on stage, having a conversation during an event labeled "BACKSTAGE SECRET" by Russell James, with a large screen behind them. The event has logos of Mercedes-Benz, Hennessy, Canon, and other sponsors. The background shows framed
Exhibition hall with large illuminated fashion photographs on a black wall, including a woman in a red floral dress, photographed at night with purple lighting accents and visitors walking and viewing the displays.
Two women in black suits standing on a pink carpeted stage in front of pink walls with logos, holding a penguin plush toy and a microphone, at an event titled 'Backstage Secrets'
People on stage at a fashion event with a large screen in the background displaying a model's photo and the text "Backstage Secret by Russell James" plus the Mercedes-Benz logo.
A collage of photographs featuring models and celebrities, including a woman in a pink lingerie set, women walking runway in various fashion outfits, and people posing for photos at a fashion event.
A group of people at an art gallery or exhibition, with large photographs of models displayed on the wall and several visitors, including a woman in a black suit speaking to a group of photographers.
Gallery wall at an exhibition featuring colorful and black-and-white photographs of women, with notable photos including a woman with blond hair and blue eyes surrounded by pink fluffy decorations, and black-and-white pictures of groups and fashion s
Group of four people on stage celebrating a book launch, with a cake that reads 'Backstage Secrets by Russell James', and a large screen in the background displaying the same title.
Black and white fashion magazine cover featuring a woman with long dark hair, wearing a feathered sleeve and ornate jewelry, holding a finger to her lips, with the words "BACKSTAGE SECRETS" and other text partially visible.
Multiple metallic umbrellas or parasols in silver color, overlapping each other, with the word 'Hennessy' written across the image.
Display of two fashion photographs, one featuring models in various revealing outfits and the other showing a woman in lingerie, in a dark, lit environment.
White Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV with 'BACKSTAGE SECRETS' advertising on the side, parked indoors, with a man giving a thumbs-up while sitting in the driver’s seat, nighttime city skyline in the background.
Entrance to the Mercedes-Benz backstage secrets exhibit at the Shanghai Exhibit, with purple curtains, steps with pink lighting, and people inside and outside the entrance.
Two people standing on a pink carpet in front of a black backdrop with white and pink text. The backdrop displays the title 'Backstage Secrets' by Russ James and logos of various brands.
Bright blue image with lens flare effects, showing Mercedes-Benz logo and a sign that reads 'Backstage Secrets by Russell James'.
Three women posing in front of a red car at an event.
An art exhibit featuring photographs of models and fashion, with illuminated blue neon accents and a dark background.
Two men in suits, one holding a microphone, standing on a pink stage with logos and text for a backstage event.
People gathered in front of a large screen displaying a black and white photo of several women smiling, with one woman wearing a leopard print hat and headphones.
Person in a black suit and heeled sandals signing a black backdrop featuring the title "Backstage Secrets" by Russell James at an event, with other individuals observing nearby.
A woman in a black and red dress holding a penguin plush toy on a pink stage, with a man in a black suit holding a microphone nearby and a pink backdrop with Chinese characters and logos.
Night scene of a large billboard with a black-and-white photo of photographers taking pictures, illuminated by purple and white lights, with a few people walking along a street and a parking lot in the background.
A man in a black suit and white shirt standing on a pink carpet, smiling at a backstage event with a large backdrop behind him that reads 'Mercedes-Benz Backstage Secrets' and features logos of Mercedes-Benz, Canon, and other sponsors. Photographers
Black and white photograph of multiple women hanging on a wall in an art gallery.
Two women walk through a dark backstage area, smiling. One is wearing a satin dress and leather jacket, the other in a black outfit.
People on stage at a pink backdrop event, with photographers capturing the scene.
Black wall with logos of Mercedes-Benz, Canon, and Tencent Video, and the title "BACKSTAGE SECRETS BY Russell James " with handwritten gold signatures.
People standing in front of a large screen displaying images of women with different hairstyles and makeup, in a nightclub or event space with purple and blue lighting.
A woman in a red and black dress being interviewed on a pink carpet at night, with a group of women and a cameraman nearby.
A woman in a satin slip dress posing in front of two large photos of a model wearing lingerie and stockings. The photos feature a woman with long, wavy blonde hair, wearing red lingerie and accessories.
A woman in a black suit standing on stage during a fashion event, viewed through camera equipment.
A large display or screen showing a black-and-white photo of several photographers taking pictures, with some holding professional cameras, at an event. The photo is lit with purple lighting, and there is a beam of light shining down from the ceiling
A group of six people walking together on a runway or stage with shadows cast on the floor, brightly lit by a spotlight in the background. The setting appears to be an event or fashion show.
Two people standing in front of a large backdrop with event branding. The man is wearing a long black coat, sandals, and shorts, and has shoulder-length hair. The woman is wearing a black suit with matching pants and boots. The backdrop features the
A backstage dressing room vanity mirror surrounded by bright light bulbs, with a black and white photo of a woman and a man in the background, makeup tables, chairs labeled 'Backstage Secrets,' and various personal items on the counter.
Two people, a woman and a man, standing on a pink carpet at an event called "Backstage Secrets". The woman wears a dark dress with a patterned scarf, and high-heeled shoes. The man wears a dark suit and sandals. The background features logos of Merce
A crowd of people, including several photographers with cameras, gather in front of a large screen displaying fashion magazine covers and models. The scene appears to be at an event or fashion show with a dark, indoor setting illuminated by artificia
Two individuals, a man in a tuxedo and a woman in a floral dress, are standing on a pink carpet in front of a pink backdrop with logos and text, at an event.
A collage of photographs featuring models at a fashion event, including colorful outfits, runway scenes, and close-up portraits of women.
A man in a tuxedo is smiling and receiving a bottle of champagne from a person with long hair. There are other people in the background at an event or celebration.
A dark wall with various golden signatures, the Mercedes-Benz logo, and the words 'VME | IMG' in white and Chinese characters.
A woman with brown hair in a black blazer stands in front of a large colorful photo at a fashion event. The photo behind her features a woman in a turquoise bikini with a large multicolored feathered costume and a woman in a shiny, pleated skirt and
A display with a sign that reads 'Backstage Secrets by Russell James' in front of a black and white photo of a jewelry collection. The display is dark with purple lighting accents.
Two women hugging on a pink carpet at an event with a black backdrop featuring logos of Mercedes-Benz, Hennessy, and Canon, with the event title 'Backstage Secrets' in bold pink and white letters.

PRINTING

Printed exclusively by Griffin Editions New York.

Black & White: Silver Gelatin Print

STANDARD | 59cm x 74cm (23 1/4” x 29”)
LARGE | 119cm x 152cm (47” x 60”)

  • Mounted using 1-ply museum board and white sintra, maple wood bleached white wash, acid-free, archival, support back, wood strainer beveled at top for cleat hanging,UV museum grade 

    STANDARD FRAME | 61cm x 76cm (24” x 30”)
    LARGE FRAME | 122cm x 155cm (48” x 61”)

Black and white portrait of a woman with long hair, making a playful face, with her tongue out and eyes wide open, framed with a white border.
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Close-up of a woman in a green, embellished dress and jewelry, holding her finger to her lips in a 'shh' gesture, at a Victoria's Secret fashion show backstage.