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Adolph de Meyer
-Born in Paris, gravitated toward London in 1890's.
-Considered the first fashion photographer.
-In 1914, Condé Nast acknowledged him as first official fashion photographer for American Vogue. He was also contracted to work at Vanity Fair.
-By 1921 he said goodbye to Nast and went on to work for Harper's Bazaar magazine in Paris, as chief photographer - which he did for 16 years.
-He took photos of people such as;
Mary Pickford (Canadian actress) - 1920
John Barrymore (American actor) - 1920 -
Louise Dahl-Wolfe
-Enjoyed taking photos outdoors, ex. Africa.
-She was an inspiration for other photographers ex. Irving Penn & Richard Avedon.
-Milton H. Greene was her assistant at one point. Milton is famous for his many photographs of Marilyn Monroe.
-From 1933-1960 Louise did freelance advertising/fashion work in her New York Studio.
-From 1936-1958 she was a staff fashion photographer for Harper's Bazaar.
Works;
-Lauren Bacall (Actress) -1943.
-Cecil Beaton (Photographer) -1950. -
Martin Munkácsi
"I suddenly understood that photography can fix eternity in a moment..." -Quote Martin said. -Worked for a fashion magazine: "Die Dame"
-1934 Martin left for New York, signed on with Harper's Bazaar and began taking lots of great photographs.
-He liked to leave the studio often and experience the outdoors.
Works;
-Fred Astaire (Dancer) - 1936
-Jean Harlow (Actress) - 1937
-Katharine Hepburn (Actress) & her siblings - 1939 -
Erwin Blumenfeld
-1st got a camera when he was 11 & started taking/developing photos right away.
-In 1932 he moved to Amsterdam. This move boosted his interest in photography when he discovered a full equiped dark room in the building.
-In 1935, French magazine "Photographie" published one of his 1st ever photos for the 1st time!
-He moved again in 1936 & he began photographing well known people like Cecil B. (photographer)!
-By 1950 he was the highest paid photographer in the world.
Works
-Audrey Hepburn -1952 -
George Hoyingen-Huene
-During Russian revolution he fled to London, then later to Paris.
-By 1925, he made his way up to chief of photography for American Vogue.
-By 1935, he moved to NYC to work for Harper's Bazaar.
-Later he relocated to Hollywood and began taking glamourous portraits of film industry. He was a great portalist beyond fashion!
-He has photographed;
-Coco Chanel (Fashion Designer) - 1930's
-Marlene Dietrich (Actress/Singer) - 1930's
-Ava Gardner (Actress) - 1956 -
Cecil Beaton
Video of Cecil-Beaton 1st discovered photography from his nanny, who when he was growing up had a Kodak 3A Camera.
-In 1927 Vogue hired Cecil.
-He wasn't a skilled technical photographer. BUT he was able to take great photographs with a model/scene & the perfect shutter release moment.
-In 1931 he became a photographer for Vogue UK.
-In 1938 he insterted Anti-Semitic phrases into Vogue, issue had to be recalled and printed. Cecil was fired.
Works;
-David Hockney (Artist) - 1970
-Marilyn Monroe (Actress) -1956 -
Horst P. Horst
-In 1930 Horst met another fashion photographer from Vogue named George Hoyingen Huene. Horst became his photographic assistant, occasional model and lover.
-Winter 1930, they travelled to England and met up with photographer Cecil Beaton, working for Vogue UK.
-In 1932 his first exhibition was hung.
-He has photographed many great people;
-Noel Coward (Playwriter) - 1933
-Cole Porter (Composer) -1934
-Iconic photograph of "MainBocher Corset" - August 1939 -
Irving Penn
Photographs by Irving Penn"A good photograph communicates a fact, touches the heart, leaves the viewer a changed person..."
-Worked as associate for Vogue Mag Art Dept. before Photography.
-In 1943 Iriving had his 1st photographic cover for Vogue!
-In 1950 he founded a studio in New York & started making advertising photographs.
-Irving was one of the 1st photographers to use simple grey/white backdrops. He used this technique very effectively!
Works
-Pablo Picasso (Artist) - 1957
John F. Kennedy (President) - 1960 -
Francesco Scavullo
Francesco on Fashion -In 1945 Francesco worked for studio that produced fashion catalogs.
-Francesco worked as photographer Horst P. Horst's assistant for three years to study the techniques.
-In 1948 Scavullo made a cover for 17 magazine which started up a contract with the magazine.
-He soon after opened up a studio in New York.
Works
-Barbara Streisand -1975
-Sophia Loren- 1971
-Diana Ross -1980 -
Richard Avedon
Richard Avedon's photographs-In 1945 Richards photos were in Junior's Bazaar.
-By 1946 his photos were in Harper's Bazaar!
-Also in 1946 he set up a studio & took photos for magazines ex. Vogue and Life.
-Eventually he became chief photographer for Harper's B.
-In 1952 he became staff editor/photographer for magazine, "Theatre Arts"
-He liked outdoor locations & models to show emotion.
-End of 1950's he shot inside using stobe lighting.
-Photos for campaigns ex. Versace, Calvin Klein
Works
Andy Warhol -1969
Brooke Shields -
Patrick Demarchelier
Patrick discussing Photography-In 1960 Patrick got 1st camera,Patrick was very interested & learned how to develop film, etc.
-He worked at a photo store "Le Havre" taking passport & wedding photos.
-In 1975 he went to NY & started photography. His photos were obviously good because he gained recognition from magazines ex. Elle.
-1992 he had a 12 yr collab. with magazines Vanity Fair & Vogue.
-Has shot many campaign photos; Dior, Chanel, etc.
-Since 1992 he's worked with Harper's B.
Works
Charlize Theron -2012
Karlie Kloss -
Annie Leibovitz
Annie Leibovitz Interview-Her very 1st experience with photography was in the Philippines during the Vietnam War.
-In 1970 Annie was staff photographer for Rolling Stone Magazine.
-In 1973 Annie became chief photographer of Rolling Stone! She kept that position for another 10 years or until 1983.
-Richard Avedon (photographer) was a great influence/ source of inspiration for Annie.
-In 1980 Annie began working with Vanity Fair due to her unique style (colour, lighting, etc)
Works
Caitlyn Jenner - 2015
Demi Moore - 1991 -
Mario Testino
Intro to Mario Testino-In 1976 went to London to study Photography.
-To get noticed as a photographer he once dyed his hair pink.
-Inspiration from photographer Cecil B.
-In 1983 Mario's work 1st appeared in Vogue.
-Marios photographed many legends during his 35 yrs as a photographer.
-His work has been in many magazines ex. Vogue, GQ, Allure, etc.
-Marios exhibited his work from 1997-present.
-Mario is involved in many charities ex. amFAR
-He has 1.6mil followers on Instagram.
Works
Princess Diana -1997
Kate Moss -
Current Events for Fashion Photographers
Some current events the fashion photographers are doing;
-According to "The Daily Telegraph", Mario Testino is in Sydney to guest edit Australia Vogue for month of April.
-Annie Leibovitz has an exhibition called "Women: New Portraits" which opened in London on January 26th 2016.
-She also shot photos for the Pirelli Calendar.
-The Pirelli Calendar is a big deal seeing as it only comes out once a year, and is available for a limited time. Good example of Principle of Media Arts (Duration).
