Early Space Suits…

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                                                                                               X-ray photograph of Alan Shepard's Apollo 14 spacesuit.

The New York Times has an interesting photo essay on the early space suits, as shot by the Smithsonian Air & Space Museum. Be sure to notice all the concepts regarding joint movement incorporated into the suits, as well as the many ideas regarding the gloves for "feel". Note also the various straps and cords to keep the suits from exploding upon pressurization. The "x-ray" views are revealing too... Check it out when you have a free moment. 18 images in all.

John Slemp

John’s 30 year career has seen him create images for a wide variety of advertising, corporate, and editorial clients worldwide.

After almost 11 years in the US Army, John attended Atlanta’s Portfolio Center, and later assisted established commercial photographers for five years.

Oscar winners, Olympic champions, astronauts, musicians, artists, pilots, veterans and regular people have all been captured by John’s lenses.

An experienced, innovative, and award winning commercial photographer, he deftly brings studio techniques to location work.

John is increasingly involved in showcasing his work through galleries and museums, and is currently writing a book about WWII “bomber jackets.”

Past clients include: The Company of Others and Innis Maggiore ad agencies, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, Epps Aviation, Goodyear Aviation Tires, EAA’s Sport Aviation magazine, General Aviation News, Smithsonian Air & Space magazine, Jet Support Services International, Avfuel, The Lindbergh Foundation, and Women in Aviation International.

A long-time member of the American Society of Media Photographers, John served 5 years on the national board, and twice as the Atlanta/SE chapter president.

http://www.johnslemp.com
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