Markus Klinko is an award-winning fashion and pop culture photographer and film director who is renowned all over the world. The Swiss-born artist has worked with a wealth of legendary celebrities in music, film and fashion, and has created poignant and striking images that capture the essence of popular culture of the 2000s.
Klinko was initially interested in music. He was a classically trained harpist and studied at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris. Klinko was a featured solo performer with orchestras around the world, signed an exclusive recording contract with EMI Classics and was awarded the Grand Prix de Disque for his recording of French harp music with members of the orchestra of the Paris Opera Bastille.
In 1994, Klinko suffered a hand injury and chose to retire from recording and performing. Instead, he decided to take up fashion photography. He’d made friends in the industry over the years and his talent earned him assignments with the likes of the London Sunday Times and Interview magazine and other French and British fashion magazines. Klinko eventually met revered British rock star David Bowie because he was shooting Bowie’s wife — supermodel, entrepreneur and actress Iman.
In 2001, the photographer shot the cover of the book I Am Iman — Iman's book, which features contributions by David Bailey, Helmut Newton and others — and Bowie commissioned Klinko to photograph him for the cover of the singer’s 2002 album Heathen. Klinko and Bowie worked together again for the cover of GQ, and a 2001-era collection of never-before-seen images of the musician that Klinko shot called “Bowie Unseen” has garnered international critical acclaim.
Collaborating with digital post-production artist and photo editor Indrani, Klinko has created some of the most iconic album covers of the 21st century and has worked with American superstars Beyoncé, Britney Spears and Lady Gaga. Over the years, the photographer has worked for Vogue, Vanity Fair, Hugo Boss, L’Oréal Paris and many more. A campaign he shot for children with AIDS raised over one million dollars in merely three days. The book Icons: The Celebrity Exposures of Markus and Indrani was published in 2012.
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DITA VON TEESE, THE WHIP by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Museum quality fine art print of Dita Von Teese by photographer Markus Klinko in 2013 in Los Angeles. This print is available in the following sizes, signed and numbered by Markus K...
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Cai by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Museum quality fine art print of Cai by photographer Markus Klinko in 2000 in New York. This print is available in the following sizes, signed and numbered by Markus Klinko 24" high...
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Miss Light Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Miss Light Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×24 inches/ 51 x 61 c...
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The Collection Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
The Collection Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition Semi nude woman in front of photographic collection. C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of...
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Jaime King
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
From a stunning collection of contemporary nudes from celebrated photographer, Markus Klinko, featuring amongst others, Dita Von Teese, Stoya and Aubrey O’Day This print is availabl...
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Jump Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Jump Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×24 inches/ 51 x 61 cm Print...
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On The Floor Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
On The Floor Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×24 inches/ 51 x 61 ...
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The Line Up
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
From a stunning collection of contemporary nudes from celebrated photographer, Markus Klinko, featuring amongst others, Dita Von Teese, Stoya and Aubrey O’Day This print is availabl...
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DITA VON TEESE, THE ARRIVAL by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Museum quality fine art print of Dita Von Teese by photographer Markus Klinko in 2013 in Los Angeles. This print is available in the following sizes, signed and numbered by Markus K...
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Spring Glamour
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
From a stunning collection of contemporary nudes from celebrated photographer, Markus Klinko, featuring amongst others, Dita Von Teese, Stoya and Aubrey O’Day This print is availabl...
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Chains
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
From a stunning collection of contemporary nudes from celebrated photographer, Markus Klinko, featuring amongst others, Dita Von Teese, Stoya and Aubrey O’Day This print is availabl...
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Aubrey O'Day
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Aubrey O'Day by Markus Klinko, from a stunning collection of contemporary nudes from celebrated photographer, Markus Klinko, featuring amongst others, Dita Von Teese and Stoya This ...
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Aubrey O'Day nude
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Aubrey O'Day by Markus Klinko, from a stunning collection of contemporary nudes from celebrated photographer, Markus Klinko, featuring amongst others, Dita Von Teese and Stoya This ...
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$12,250
David Bowie British GQ Photograph, Signed Lt'd Ed by Markus Klinko - Ships Free
By Markus Klinko
Located in New Orleans, LA
A stunning signed, limited-edition photo of David Bowie, shot by international celebrity photographer Markus Klinko (bio below) for British GQ in 2002. We offer this strictly limited...
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Spring Glamour Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Spring Glamour Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×24 inches/ 51 x 6...
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Beyoncé, Seduction by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Museum quality fine art print of Beyoncé by photographer Markus Klinko. Shot in 2003 during the sessions for the cover of the album, Dangerously In Love This print is available in ...
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On The Floor
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
From a stunning collection of contemporary nudes from celebrated photographer, Markus Klinko, featuring amongst others, Dita Von Teese, Stoya and Aubrey O’Day This print is availabl...
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The Line Up Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
The Line Up Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition Nude model with nude mannequins C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied P...
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Aubrey O'Day by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Aubrey O'Day by Markus Klinko, from a stunning collection of contemporary nudes from celebrated photographer, Markus Klinko, featuring amongst others, Dita Von Teese and Stoya This ...
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David Bowie - The Pack by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
New Release - January 2026 "David Bowie - The Pack" New York, 2001 Museum quality fine art print of David Bowie by photographer Markus Klinko, from his celebrated collection "Bowie...
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$3,520Sale Price|20% Off
BEYONCE, DANGEROUSLY IN LOVE
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Museum quality fine art print of Beyonce by photographer Markus Klinko. Shot in 2003 for the cover of the album, Dangerously In Love This print is available in the following sizes,...
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Chelsea Hotel Elevator
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Stunning museum quality fine art print of Chrissy Teigen by photographer Markus Klinko from a collection of contemporary nudes by the celebrated photographer, featuring amongst other...
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New release - BEYONCE, DANGEROUSLY IN LOVE monochrome
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Museum quality fine art print of Beyonce by photographer Markus Klinko. Shot in 2003 during the cover sessions of the album, Dangerously In Love This print is available in the foll...
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Miss UK Nude Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Miss UK Nude Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×24 inches/ 51 x 61 ...
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BEYONCE, DANGEROUSLY IN LOVE back cover image by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Museum quality fine art print of Beyonce by photographer Markus Klinko. Shot in 2003 for the back cover of the album, Dangerously In Love This print is available in the following s...
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$18,000
David Bowie : The Protector in monochrome 33" x 40" print by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
New release in July 2022. The Protector in black and white. Museum quality fine art print of David Bowie by photographer Markus Klinko, from his celebrated collection "Bowie Unseen",...
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DITA VON TEESE, GLAMOUR EVANGELIST by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Museum quality fine art print of Dita Von Teese by photographer Markus Klinko in 2009 in Los Angeles. This print is available in the following sizes, signed and numbered by Markus K...
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$3,520Sale Price|20% Off
Titans, Paris, 2003 by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Museum quality fine art print by photographer Markus Klinko. "Titans, Paris, 2003" This print is available in the following sizes, signed and numbered by Markus Klinko 24" high - Ed...
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$50,000
The Protector (Color) - David Bowie - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
In “The Protector,” Bowie stands with commanding presence beside a powerful wolf, holding it on a chain as it lunges forward with primal force. The stark black-and-white palette inte...
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The Lounge Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
The Lounge Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition Nude on gold sofa. C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×2...
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The Protector Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
The Protector Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×24 inches/ 51 x 61...
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Liz Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Liz Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×24 inches/ 51 x 61 cm Printed 2020 Edition sizes are : 20×24 inches edition of 50 + 8 Artist’s proofs 40×30 inches edition of 25 + 6 Artist’s proofs 60×40 inches edition of 12 + 4 Artist’s proofs FRAMING: Please note that this piece is unframed – however, we offer a full framing service. If you would like this piece framed, please contact us for a quote. international fashion/celebrity director iconic stars of film music fashion photographer nude model balcony reflections shadows city mountain glass
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Repentance, David Bowie smoking - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
“Repentance” is a deeply atmospheric portrait of David Bowie, photographed in 2001 by the renowned Swiss photographer Markus Klinko as part of the celebrated Bowie Unseen series. The...
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David Bowie - The Realization by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
New Release - January 2026 "David Bowie - The Realization" New York, 2001 Museum quality fine art print of David Bowie by photographer Markus Klinko, from his celebrated collection...
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The Encounter - David Bowie - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
A study in intensity and vulnerability, “The Encounter” frames Bowie in a close, intimate portrait against a cool, textured backdrop. His gaze, slightly averted yet deeply focused, r...
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$4,400
Repentance (B&W), David Bowie smoking - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
“Repentance” is a deeply atmospheric portrait of David Bowie, photographed in 2001 by the renowned Swiss photographer Markus Klinko as part of the celebrated Bowie Unseen series. The...
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The Cross, David Bowie - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
In “The Cross,” David Bowie is captured in a moment of profound stillness, seated at a rustic table with a cigarette in one hand and a cross resting in the other. Shot by Markus Klin...
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The Book David Bowie - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
A moment suspended between motion and thought, “The Book” captures David Bowie immersed in the act of reading, his hands dissolving into a soft blur as pages turn with restless urgen...
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Tropics Nude Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Tropics Nude Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 24×24 inches/ 61 x 61 ...
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"David Bowie: Smoking, 2002" by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Culver City, CA
"David Bowie: Smoking, 2002" 60 x 48 in Edition 4/12 by Markus Klinko David Bowie staring at the horizon is from Klinko's photo session for the cover of Heathen, released in 2002. T...
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Rachel Roberts, Pinup, 2000 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
This vibrant Markus Klinko portrait of Rachel Roberts presents the model in a playful, sunlit pinup-inspired composition with saturated color, glossy styling, and a bold beach-ball m...
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Lady Gaga 2009 Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Lady Gaga 2009 Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×24 inches/ 51 x 6...
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Off the Chain, 2014 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
Chains by Markus Klinko and Indrani is a sensual contemporary fine art photograph defined by water reflections, gold chain details, and sculptural body composition. The close framing...
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Stoya, Smoking, 2014 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
Smoking by Markus Klinko is a striking contemporary fine art nude that blends marble texture, smoke, glamour, and cinematic attitude. Photographed against a pale stone backdrop, the ...
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Mariah Carey, The Emancipation of Mimi
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
Markus Klinko Mariah Carey, The Emancipation of Mimi 2004 C-Print on Fujicolor Crystal Archive Digital Pearl Paper 40 x 40 inches Edition of 25 Award-winning fashion and celebrity p...
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Pamela Anderson Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Pamela Anderson Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×24 inches/ 51 x ...
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Lady Gaga
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Museum quality fine art print of Lady Gaga by photographer Markus Klinko. Shot in 2009 in London for 35th anniversary of Hello Kitty. This print is availabl...
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Titans, 2003 - Limited Edition Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
The Titans, Paris, 2003 by Markus Klinko is a striking black-and-white fine art nude that explores form, contrast, and the sculptural beauty of the human body. The composition presen...
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Stoya Smoking
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Stoya by Markus Klinko, from a stunning collection of contemporary nudes from the celebrated photographer featuring amongst others, Dita Von Teese and Aubrey O’Day This print is ava...
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Vines
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
From a stunning collection of contemporary nudes from celebrated photographer, Markus Klinko, featuring amongst others, Dita Von Teese, Stoya and Aubrey O’Day This print is availabl...
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Noemie Lenoir
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
From a stunning collection of contemporary nudes from celebrated photographer, Markus Klinko, featuring amongst others, Dita Von Teese, Stoya and Aubrey O’Day This print is availabl...
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Reflection by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
From a stunning collection of contemporary nudes from celebrated photographer, Markus Klinko, featuring amongst others, Dita Von Teese, Stoya and Aubrey O’Day This print is availabl...
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The Encounter Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
The Encounter Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×24 inches/ 51 x 61...
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Lady Gaga Hello Kitty Anniversary
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Museum quality fine art print of Lady Gaga by photographer Markus Klinko. Shot in 2009 in London for 35th anniversary of Hello Kitty. This print is availa...
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Chelsea Hotel
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Stunning museum quality fine art print of Chrissy Teigen by photographer Markus Klinko from a collection of contemporary nudes by the celebrated photographer, featuring amongst other...
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$3,520Sale Price|20% Off
Janet Jackson with Black Panther, Los Angeles, 2006
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Janet Jackson with Black Panther, Los Angeles, 2006 by Markus Klinko This print is available in the following sizes, signed and numbered by Markus Klink...
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EXCLUSIVE BEYONCE BOX SET by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Exclusive, set of three fine art prints of Beyonce by photographer Markus Klinko. Shot in 2003 for the album, Dangerously In Love NOTE: Set of three individual 20x24" limited edition prints, signed and numbered by Markus Klinko. These prints would usually be $4,400 each ($13,200 total), but Markus has agreed to let a set of three prints...
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LIZ, AT THE W CAUSING TROUBLE by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Museum quality fine art print of LIZ, AT THE W CAUSING TROUBLE by photographer Markus Klinko in 2013 in Hollywood, Los Angeles. This print is available in the following sizes, signe...
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$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
David Bowie : Natural Villains monochrome 33" x 40" print by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
New release July 2022. Museum quality fine art print of David Bowie by photographer Markus Klinko, from his celebrated collection "Bowie Unseen", released for the first time in 2016....
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IMAN, FABULOUS by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Museum quality fine art print of Iman by photographer Markus Klinko taken in New York, 2004 This print is available in the following sizes, signed and numbered by Markus Klinko 24" ...
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