Paul McCartney Photographs 1963-64: Eyes of the Storm, Exhibition, National Portrait Gallery, London: 28 June – 1 October 2023

This captivating display will centres around the portraits skillfully captured by McCartney during the period from December 1963 to February 1964. It was during this transformative time that John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr were  catapulted from being Britain's most beloved band to becoming a global cultural phenomenon.

Delving into McCartney's personal archives, this exhibition offers an exclusive and never-before-seen glimpse into the life of a "Beatle" at the onset of the exhilarating wave known as "Beatlemania." From electrifying performances in Liverpool and London to their iconic appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show in New York, which drew an unparalleled television audience of 73 million people, these photographs present a fresh and intimate perspective on the band's experiences. In an era where countless camera lenses were fixated on their every move, McCartney's images provide a unique insight into the band's journey, their dedicated fans, and the vibrant atmosphere of the early 1960s. Through the discerning eyes of Paul McCartney, this exhibition is poised to shed new light on a pivotal moment in music history.