One of Claxton's coolest shots is of trumpeter Jack Sheldon. Part of what makes it cool is that Sheldon didn't die from drugs or hard living, but was the featured entertainer at the OCMA's opening.
Jazz photographer William Claxton and jazz trumpeter Jack Sheldon goof around in front of a 1950's Claxton shot of Sheldon.
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OCMA/ Carla Rhea Photography
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