Draper Photo Archive

Featuring both the classics to spark your memories and kindle your weight training spirit, plus a selection of previously unpublished photos gathered from a range of sources - from the Weider Archives to the collection of bodybuilding historian David Chapman to the musty attic of some of our favorite email pen pals. Many thanks to the photographers and to the generous collectors for their contributions.

 

Click on a link below to begin your travels. Each page offers a selection of photos which, when clicked, enlarge for better viewing.

Joe Gold's Gym, 1970

Malibu, 1967

Bench Pressing - Old Days, Too

Squatting with Arnold

Mr. Universe, 1966

Front Squats - Good Old Days

Backstage Mr. World

25 Years Later

On the set of Don't Make Waves
 
On Set of Don't Make Waves
(David Chapman Collection)


Mr. World contest in Ohio


Backstage, Los Angeles, CA
(David Chapman Collection)


Classic Artie Zeller shot,
Santa Monica, CA


With big Mike Katz and Arnold


Zeller, again.


Mr. Universe 1966


Mr. America 1965


Contest photo, Joe Weider archives