"Rock On: Photographs by Baron Wolman," an exhibit of photographers by the chief
photographer in the early years of Rolling Stone, opens today in at Owens Community College’s Walter E.
Terhune Art Gallery in Center for Fine and Performing Arts, off Oregon Road, Perrysburg Township.The
show continues through March 28.In conjunction with the show the college will host a lecture
presentation by Wolman March 21 at 7 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre. The
lecture will highlight his experiences with some of the most well-known contemporary musicians of the
20th century.In 1967, Wolman was approached by Jann Wenner, the founder of "Rolling Stone", to
become the publication’s first chief photographer. The meeting led to Wolman documenting one the most
important periods of change in popular music and culture.Over the years, Wolman’s artistic talents have
been showcased in art galleries around the world. His most recent book "Every Picture Tells A Story
– Baron Wolman, The Rolling Stone Years" highlights stories and photographs of some of the most
significant artists and events of the period. Wolman’s professional background also includes sports
photography, aerial photography, figure photography and portraits.More than 30 photographs will be on
display at Owens. Featured musicians include James Brown, B.B. King, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Duke
Ellington, Jim Morrison, Neil Young, Tina Turner, Chuck Berry, George Harrison and Joan Baez.Music
artifacts and collectibles – record albums, posters, period clothing and concert tickets – from the
1880s through the 1980s will be showcased.
