Someone To Look Up To, 2010
Archival photographic print
85.97 in. x 58.38 in. / 218.36 cm. x 148.28 cm. (framed)

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Someone To Look Up To is a powerful and meditative photograph by Julian Lennon, signed by both Lennon and Bono.

Taken in 2010 during a creative retreat in the South of France, the image captures the moment when Julian, in conversation with Bono, noticed a photograph of his father, John Lennon, in the background. The resulting composition tells a deeply personal story about legacy, influence, and perspective.

Julian Lennon—singer/songwriter, philanthropist, documentary filmmaker, children’s book author, UNESCO Peace Laureate, award-winning literacy advocate, and fine art photographer—has long supported amfAR and generously donated this unique artwork for this year’s amfAR Gala Cannes.

Lennon began his artistic trajectory at a young age with an inherent gift for playing music, leading to seven studio albums, including Valotte, which earned a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist, and 2022’s critically acclaimed Jude. Beyond music, his artistry extends into photography and literature. In 2024, he released his first coffee table book, Life’s Fragile Moments, a stunning visual chronicle of his life, travels, and philanthropic work.

A dedicated humanitarian, Julian founded The White Feather Foundation in 2007 to protect Indigenous cultures and later expanded its mission to include education, health, clean water, and environmental initiatives. In 2015, he launched The Cynthia Lennon Scholarship for Girls in memory of his mother.

This signed photograph is a rare, emotionally resonant collector’s piece from an artist whose life and work continue to inspire across generations and disciplines.

Courtesy of the artist (@julespicturepalace)

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