PATTI SMITH: A BOOK OF DAYS

In 2018, Patti Smith made her Instagram debut with a simple photo of her hand and the message “Hello Everybody!” Known for her beloved Land camera 250, she began sharing images from her phone—portraits of her children, her radiator, her boots, and her Abyssinian cat, Cairo. These glimpses into her world quickly resonated with followers, showcasing her daily coffee, the books she reads, and the graves of literary heroes like William Blake and Sylvia Plath. Over time, a narrative of a life devoted to art emerged, captivating more than a million followers with her unique aesthetic.

This book features a rich collection of vintage photographs—anniversary pearls, a mother’s keychain, a husband’s Mosrite guitar—alongside never-before-seen images from her travels, including train stations and quaint cafés. Smith offers intimate daily notations that reflect her experiences around the world.

With over 365 photographs spanning a year, A Book of Days presents a new way to explore the expansive mind of this visionary poet, writer, and performer. Hopeful, elegiac, and playful, it includes an introduction by Smith that delves into her documentary process. This timeless collection serves as an inspirational map of an artist's life during deeply uncertain times.