Joseph Beuys was photographed extensively during his life, whether at work, while travelling or at home. But only a fewphotographers had the privileged access and tenacity of Klaus Staeck and Gerhard Steidl. Graphic artist Staeck andprinter/publisher Steidl accompanied Beuys with their cameras from 1970 until his death in 1986. Staeck and Steidlwere part of Beuys' entourage, worked closely with him to produce his multiples and objects, and documented intimateaspects of the life of this unmatched artist-performer. These photos reveal Beuys' unique charismatic personality thatinfluenced not only those he met, but society and art in general.