Poolside Gossip

Slim Aarons was very particular. Everything had to be perfect down to the flowers. There were lots of yellow accents in the house, and Slim brought them out to the pool. He wanted his ladies to dress Palm Springs casual, so he he asked Nelda Linsk, wife of art dealer Joseph Linsk to wear a yellow cover-up, long pants, and midriff top. It took Slim hours to take the photo. The sun had to be just perfect. Two months before he died, Slim called Nelda and asked, “Why is this photo so famous?” Nelda replied, “Slim, because I am in it.” I grew up admiring my grandmother who’s style and personality reminded me of Nelda who frequented Slim Aarons desert images. My grandmother was polished but had that relaxed, California vibe. My fondest memories were of her watching me as I tried to swim in her pool but would rather sit next to her and play with her bracelet she left next to her ice tea glass. Slim’s photographs were the smiting image of my grandparents Palm Springs home which is why my vacation of choice was and still is to get away to the desert. I look forward to the images of my grand babies running around my summer home pool and run to me for hugs. Of course with moi, I keep my diamonds around my wrist!

Moi xoxo