Norman Tousley (4), by Dave Martin

Norm posed for several of the leading physique photographers of the day including Russ Warner, Denny Denfield, Bob Delmonteque and of course, Dave Martin. In 1955, Warner's studio was raided by the police. Apparently, when his photos became known, Tousley was fired from his position as a lieutenant of the Oakland Fire Department.  Label applied on verso with details:  Norman Tousley, 1953Karate, WeightliftingAlameda Firefighter filmed in the STUDIO. Signed in ink. Near fine condition with very minor corner bumps. A print from the 1970s. This photo was reproduced in American Photography of the Male Nude, 1940-1970, Volume III, Dave Martin, by Janssen, 1996. Learn more about Dave Martin.