Coldplay's Oracle talks about Penny Howle, X&Y photographer

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October 30, 2009 - submitted by Lauren, United States of America

Q. Hey Oracle, I just saw the new pictures from the Great Penny Howle and I knew that she took a bunch of pictures of the boys back in the X&Y days, but was surprised to see pictures of hers from Wembley. So I was wondering, is she or was she sort of like the bands official photographer? Is she good friends with the band. All her stuff is brilliant by the way. She's one of my favorites!

The Oracle replies:

Penny was the much loved and respected official tour photographer during the X&Y tour. They invited her back to take shots at Wembley as they do have a great rapport together. Penny has a knack to get intimate shots without being intrusive. Given the close proximity to the band while she works, it's amazing that you almost don't notice her being there. I agree it was great to see her work again.

October 30, 2009 - submitted by Sarah, United States of America

Q. Hello Oracle! I was wondering in that picture of the Coldplay puppets in Corfu, what book are they reading? They seemed to be really into it. Thanks

The Oracle replies:

It was actually Quicksilver by Neal Stephenson.