Shooting the Breeze with Photojournalist Christopher Little

Shooting the Breeze with Photojournalist Christopher Little

  • ALL AGES

Hear the stories behind the famous photos of presidents, Hollywood legends, and cultural history—at this talk and book signing at AMP.

By AMP

Date and time

Sunday, June 8 · 4 - 5:30pm EDT.

Location

American Mural Project

90 Whiting Street Winsted, CT 06098

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes
  • ALL AGES
  • Free venue parking

Shooting the Breeze—A Talk & Book Signing with Photojournalist Christopher Little


Renowned photojournalist Christopher Little will share the stories behind his famous photographs and sign copies of his book Shooting the Breeze: Memories of a Photojournalist.

This event is FREE. Books will be available for purchase at the event.

About Photojournalist Christopher Little

For over four decades, photojournalist Christopher Little has captured significant moments in history and pop culture. His work has graced the covers of more than 300 magazines and books, including Time, People, Vanity Fair, and The New York Times.

Christopher’s subjects have ranged from U.S. presidents to cultural icons like Oprah Winfrey and Muhammad Ali; celebrated actors and musicians including Leonardo DiCaprio, Sophia Loren, Led Zeppelin, and David Bowie—and architectural masterpieces like Fallingwater.

This AMP Talk and book signing is a rare opportunity to meet a photographer whose lens has shaped how we see the world.


About the Book
Shooting the Breeze: Memories of a Photojournalist

For forty years, Christopher Little held a front seat to history.

Shooting the Breeze: Memories of a Photojournalist is his story. The book details his intimate talks with presidents, movie stars, supermodels, rock ’n’ rollers, and lots of other world-famous people. During his career, he covered pivotal events and society’s shapers. There are more than 400 images in the book.

As he says in the introduction, “I don’t miss the stress. But traveling the world, covering historic events and meeting people who have made a difference—in politics, journalism, music, architecture, sports, writing, acting, modeling, television—those are the thrills I do miss.” His assignments took him to 83 countries and all 50 states.

Shooting the Breeze is filled with photographs and anecdotes of such diverse people as Johnny Cash, Bush ’41, Kate Hepburn, Oprah, ABBA, William F. Buckley, Jr., Sophia Loren, Sting, P. G. Wodehouse, Meg Ryan, Muhammad Ali, Woody Allen, David Letterman, Richard Gere, Oliver Sacks, Jerry Seinfeld, Queen Elizabeth, and many others.


Don't miss this opportunity to hear firsthand accounts of history through the eyes of a renowned photojournalist.

Free Event Reserve your seat in advance.


Ticket holders may enter AMP starting at 3:30pm. Parking is free. Books will be available for purchase at the event. Donations to AMP, a 501c3 nonprofit, are appreciated

You can enhance your afternoon and have the full exhibit experience of AMP's mural exhibit beforehand, including the intro-videos, audio stories, or the 1pm tour, by visiting between 12-2:30 pm. Admission is $15 for Adults, $12 for Seniors or Veterans, and $5 for children age 5-18.

Frequently asked questions

Does my ticket include the book?

Books will be available for purchase at the event.

Does my ticket include admission to the mural exhibit?

No. We recommend that you arrive between 12pm and 3pm for the full exhibit experience. The exhibit includes the introductory videos, audio stories, access to all three viewing levels, and an optional 1pm guided tour. Admission is $15 for Adults, $12 for Seniors and Veterans, and $5 for children.

Is it wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all facilities and levels are wheelchair accessible. There are also accessible spaces in the parking lot. Call for details. We are happy to assist you.

Can children attend?

This is an adult event during exhibit hours. Although it is not geared toward children, families are always welcome at AMP during exhibit hours. Special activities for children are offered on Family Days and through the Summer @AMP program. Check the website for details.

Is parking free?

Yes. You will receive parking details when you purchase your tickets.

What about food and drink?

We encourage guests to bring their own water bottles. There is a fountain where they can be refilled. A limited number of snacks and drinks are available at Visitor Services. Winsted also offers restaurants, family activities, and shopping: americanmuralproject.org/business-circle.

Are there accommodations nearby to stay overnight?

Yes. The historic Old Riverton Inn (rivertoninn.com) is a landmark hotel nestled along the banks of the Farmington River. The Manor House Inn (manorhouse-norfolk.com) is an official Green Hotel, set on five acres in Connecticut’s breathtaking Litchfield Hills. They're both great options.

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AMP's renovated mill building creates a welcoming, artistic atmosphere for performances. Guests are greeted by the five-story-high, three-dimensional Art of Work mural, which portrays diverse workers on a grand scale. With the mural as the backdrop for the show and three levels for viewing and mingling, guests experience a blend of music and art.

FreeJun 8 · 4:00 PM EDT