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Photographer Recalls Playful Prince at Paisley Park

3/19/2026

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  • Britt Olsen-Ecker, a photographer, recalls working with Prince at Paisley Park from 1988 to 1996.
  • He was initially hired to paint a stage, then shifted to photography after Prince expressed interest in his work.
  • He remembers a shoot in which he painted the word "Free" on Prince's stomach, capturing the artist's playful spirit.
  • Olsen-Ecker emphasizes trusting one's artistic vision and notes Prince's creativity and photogenic nature.
  • He also addresses misconceptions about Prince's appearance, highlighting his natural beauty even without makeup.