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Skins: Gavin Watson

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"Skins by Gavin Watson has been argued as being 'the single most important record' of 1970s skinhead culture in Britain, who have possibly been one of the most reviled yet misunderstood of the nation's youth subcultures." — Daily Mail
"Gavin Watson documented his friends as they came of age at the heart of a misunderstood community." — i-D
"Gavin Watson’s cult documentary photo book Skins chronicles the radical and inclusive spirit which originally animated the emerging skinhead culture of 70s Britain." — Dazed

Skins by Gavin Watson is arguably the single most important record of '70s skinhead culture in Britain. Rightly celebrated as a true classic of photobook publishing, the book is now reissued in a high-quality new edition under close supervision from the photographer.

The scores of black and white shots offer a fascinating glimpse into a skinhead community that was multi-cultural, tightly knit and, above all else, fiercely proud of its look. These are classic photographs of historical value.

“What makes Gavin’s photos so special is that when you look at them, there’s clearly trust from the subject towards the photographer, so it feels like you’re in the photo rather than just observing.” - Shane Meadows (Director of award-winning film This Is England).

The book, described by The Times as “a modern classic”, forms an important visual record of its time and has attained cult status in the genre, alongside works by other eminent photographers such as Derek Ridgers and Nick Knight.

“Arguably one of the best and most important books about youth fashion and culture ever published.” – Vice Magazine
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Editorial Reviews

Review

"Skins by Gavin Watson has been argued as being 'the single most important record' of 1970s skinhead culture in Britain, who have possibly been one of the most reviled yet misunderstood of the nation's youth subcultures."

Interview with Gavin Watson: "This book is a remarkable document of a group of kids...working class boys and girls growing up out in the suburbs—with a style, and a music, and a look, and an anger and a joy to call their own—It's called Skins and it's the photography of Gavin Watson"

"Gavin Watson documented his friends as they came of age at the heart of a misunderstood community."

"Gavin Watson’s cult documentary photo book Skins chronicles the radical and inclusive spirit which originally animated the emerging skinhead culture of 70s Britain."

"Watson's work is especially important for a number of reasons: it is, first of all, one look at the scene from inside, and therefore for sure documentary interest; also, looking at his clicks, you can examine the evolution of interests of the crew, from the punk and skinhead era up to the years of raves. " [Google translate from Italian] -- Garageland

About the Author

Gavin Watson was born in London in 1965 and grew up on a council estate in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. He bought a Hanimex camera from Woolworths in his early teens and began to take photographs. Upon leaving school at the age of 16, Watson moved back to London and became a darkroom assistant at Camera Press. He continued to photograph his younger brother Neville and their group of skinhead friends in High Wycombe.

The ‘Wycombe Skins’ were part of the working-class skinhead subculture brought together by a love of ska music and fashion. Although skinhead style had become associated with the right-wing extremism of political groups like the National Front in the 1970s, Watson’s photographs document a time and place where the subculture was racially mixed and inclusive. Director Shane Meadows has cited Watson’s photographs as an inspiration for his film This is England (2006).

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars valentina's review

V.P.B. · March 16, 2010

I `m muy contento con los libros ... I don `t no tienen nada que decir sobre eso ...los libros son muy interesantes y que tienen la mejor calidad! gracias

5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars

m.r. · July 20, 2017

perfect purchase

5.0 out of 5 stars Big up!!!! Watson Hit the Town!!!

L.Y.B. · December 31, 2001

Don't watch that one!!! Watch this One!!!!!Gavin Watson is true. The cover of Watson's Skins shows the sadly ignored by Dr. Martin anniversary add. But as Dr. Martin lostthe opportunity to show the true nature of their years of success we are graced with with Watson's one man conviction to showthe passion of a youth movement which stepped heavy like Rudebwoys in it's rebellion. Watson shows and proves the Skinmovement and it's original multi-cultural appeal to young working-class males of all cultures.Now, Hip hop and rap has the same appeal for youth who wish to break cultural barriers and run with the rebels. But this rabbleof rudeness came first. One can only hope that for this generation that they will have a dedicated chronicler with a swift righteouseye like Watson to tell their true tale. Watson rides again!!!!!!!

4.0 out of 5 stars Achtung

B.S. · September 11, 2008

hey its a bunch of photos of skinheads in the early 80's...Not bad, I like it. The skinhead look is after all timeless and smart! Of course in the last 20 plus years tattoos have certainly improved. Well worth having I believe. However Im sure it can be found for a far more modest price than seventy bucks! Oh dear...

4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars

m. · January 1, 2015

good pictures

4.0 out of 5 stars Coffee table book

Z.N. · July 22, 2007

Ok, its a photography book, and the subjects and the photographer are all skinheads. That's really all there is to it people. But my God, don't pay $70 for it. I got a copy for $12. Some good photos in here. Nice black&white treatment.

Disappointing

D. · May 1, 2023

Much as I love his work, I was very disappointed with this book. I bought the hardback edition, and the book just feels cheap, the paper is not worthy of the photos, and many of the prints are just very low quality. What a shame - a missed opportunity. Cannot recommend.

満足できる1冊

A.カ. · October 22, 2019

どの写真も魅力的で大満足です。

Great service.

A.C. · April 23, 2019

Excellent service and item arrived exactly as described.

maravilla

M.B. · June 17, 2020

uno de los mejores contenido de la historia skinhead

もう、届きましたよ

J. · November 27, 2017

写真は、全て白黒ですが、、、かっこいいです。買って、正解でした。

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Skins: Gavin Watson

Product ID: U1788842162
Condition: New

4.5

Skins: Gavin Watson-0
Type: Hardcover

AED19779

Price includes VAT & Import Duties
Availability: In Stock

Quantity:

|

Order today to get by 7-14 business days

Delivery fee of AED 20. Free for orders above AED 200.

Returns & Warranty policies

Imported From: United States

At BOLO, we work hard to ensure the products you receive are new, genuine, and sourced from reputable suppliers.

BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support. We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.

Your trust is our top priority, and we are committed to maintaining transparency and integrity in every transaction.

All product information, images, descriptions, and reviews originate from the manufacturer or from trusted sellers overseas. BOLO is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or an authorized retailer for most brands listed on our website unless stated otherwise.

While we strive to display accurate information, variations in packaging, labeling, instructions, or formulation may occasionally occur due to regional differences or supplier updates. For detailed or manufacturer-specific information, please contact the brand directly or reach out to BOLO Support for assistance.

Unless otherwise stated, all prices displayed on the product page include applicable taxes and import duties.

BOLO operates in accordance with the laws and regulations of United Arab Emirates. Any items found to be restricted or prohibited for sale within the UAE will be cancelled prior to shipment. We take proactive measures to ensure that only products permitted for sale in United Arab Emirates are listed on our website.

All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.

Description:

"Skins by Gavin Watson has been argued as being 'the single most important record' of 1970s skinhead culture in Britain, who have possibly been one of the most reviled yet misunderstood of the nation's youth subcultures." — Daily Mail
"Gavin Watson documented his friends as they came of age at the heart of a misunderstood community." — i-D
"Gavin Watson’s cult documentary photo book Skins chronicles the radical and inclusive spirit which originally animated the emerging skinhead culture of 70s Britain." — Dazed

Skins by Gavin Watson is arguably the single most important record of '70s skinhead culture in Britain. Rightly celebrated as a true classic of photobook publishing, the book is now reissued in a high-quality new edition under close supervision from the photographer.

The scores of black and white shots offer a fascinating glimpse into a skinhead community that was multi-cultural, tightly knit and, above all else, fiercely proud of its look. These are classic photographs of historical value.

“What makes Gavin’s photos so special is that when you look at them, there’s clearly trust from the subject towards the photographer, so it feels like you’re in the photo rather than just observing.” - Shane Meadows (Director of award-winning film This Is England).

The book, described by The Times as “a modern classic”, forms an important visual record of its time and has attained cult status in the genre, alongside works by other eminent photographers such as Derek Ridgers and Nick Knight.

“Arguably one of the best and most important books about youth fashion and culture ever published.” – Vice Magazine
Read more

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Skins by Gavin Watson has been argued as being 'the single most important record' of 1970s skinhead culture in Britain, who have possibly been one of the most reviled yet misunderstood of the nation's youth subcultures."

Interview with Gavin Watson: "This book is a remarkable document of a group of kids...working class boys and girls growing up out in the suburbs—with a style, and a music, and a look, and an anger and a joy to call their own—It's called Skins and it's the photography of Gavin Watson"

"Gavin Watson documented his friends as they came of age at the heart of a misunderstood community."

"Gavin Watson’s cult documentary photo book Skins chronicles the radical and inclusive spirit which originally animated the emerging skinhead culture of 70s Britain."

"Watson's work is especially important for a number of reasons: it is, first of all, one look at the scene from inside, and therefore for sure documentary interest; also, looking at his clicks, you can examine the evolution of interests of the crew, from the punk and skinhead era up to the years of raves. " [Google translate from Italian] -- Garageland

About the Author

Gavin Watson was born in London in 1965 and grew up on a council estate in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. He bought a Hanimex camera from Woolworths in his early teens and began to take photographs. Upon leaving school at the age of 16, Watson moved back to London and became a darkroom assistant at Camera Press. He continued to photograph his younger brother Neville and their group of skinhead friends in High Wycombe.

The ‘Wycombe Skins’ were part of the working-class skinhead subculture brought together by a love of ska music and fashion. Although skinhead style had become associated with the right-wing extremism of political groups like the National Front in the 1970s, Watson’s photographs document a time and place where the subculture was racially mixed and inclusive. Director Shane Meadows has cited Watson’s photographs as an inspiration for his film This is England (2006).

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars valentina's review

V.P.B. · March 16, 2010

I `m muy contento con los libros ... I don `t no tienen nada que decir sobre eso ...los libros son muy interesantes y que tienen la mejor calidad! gracias

5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars

m.r. · July 20, 2017

perfect purchase

5.0 out of 5 stars Big up!!!! Watson Hit the Town!!!

L.Y.B. · December 31, 2001

Don't watch that one!!! Watch this One!!!!!Gavin Watson is true. The cover of Watson's Skins shows the sadly ignored by Dr. Martin anniversary add. But as Dr. Martin lostthe opportunity to show the true nature of their years of success we are graced with with Watson's one man conviction to showthe passion of a youth movement which stepped heavy like Rudebwoys in it's rebellion. Watson shows and proves the Skinmovement and it's original multi-cultural appeal to young working-class males of all cultures.Now, Hip hop and rap has the same appeal for youth who wish to break cultural barriers and run with the rebels. But this rabbleof rudeness came first. One can only hope that for this generation that they will have a dedicated chronicler with a swift righteouseye like Watson to tell their true tale. Watson rides again!!!!!!!

4.0 out of 5 stars Achtung

B.S. · September 11, 2008

hey its a bunch of photos of skinheads in the early 80's...Not bad, I like it. The skinhead look is after all timeless and smart! Of course in the last 20 plus years tattoos have certainly improved. Well worth having I believe. However Im sure it can be found for a far more modest price than seventy bucks! Oh dear...

4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars

m. · January 1, 2015

good pictures

4.0 out of 5 stars Coffee table book

Z.N. · July 22, 2007

Ok, its a photography book, and the subjects and the photographer are all skinheads. That's really all there is to it people. But my God, don't pay $70 for it. I got a copy for $12. Some good photos in here. Nice black&white treatment.

Disappointing

D. · May 1, 2023

Much as I love his work, I was very disappointed with this book. I bought the hardback edition, and the book just feels cheap, the paper is not worthy of the photos, and many of the prints are just very low quality. What a shame - a missed opportunity. Cannot recommend.

満足できる1冊

A.カ. · October 22, 2019

どの写真も魅力的で大満足です。

Great service.

A.C. · April 23, 2019

Excellent service and item arrived exactly as described.

maravilla

M.B. · June 17, 2020

uno de los mejores contenido de la historia skinhead

もう、届きましたよ

J. · November 27, 2017

写真は、全て白黒ですが、、、かっこいいです。買って、正解でした。

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