David Seymour’s unobtrusive manner, sense of humor and ability to listen helped in the creation of portraits that went beyond the usual “glamour shots” and often conveyed an air of relaxed intimacy. Among his subjects were Ingrid Bergman, Joan Collins and Audrey Hepburn, the latter pictured here on the set of ‘Sabrina’, in New York, in 1954. Hepburn was many a photographer’s favourite subject, her pixie-like features and playful nature – on top of her celebrity – ensuring she was photographed extensively throughout her life. Among the most compelling of these images are those snapped on set while filming – which are captivating because, rather than in spite of, the fact that they depict an actress utterly absorbed by her craft.
