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.
Find original Markus Klinko portraits, nude photography and other photography on 1stDibs.
$3,520Sale Price|20% Off
DITA VON TEESE, THE HORSE 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...
C Print
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...
C Print
Stoya Running
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...
C Print
David Bowie : The Descent Album Version, New York, 2001 by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
New Release - October 2023 "Bowie, The Descent- Album Version, New York, 2001" Museum quality fine art print of David Bowie by photographer Markus Klinko, from his celebrated collection "Bowie Unseen". This shot of David Bowie is...
C Print
$3,520Sale Price|20% Off
BEYONCE, DANGEROUSLY IN LOVE dancing by Markus Klinko
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 for the album, Dangerously In Love This print is available in the fol...
C Print
$3,520Sale Price|20% Off
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...
C Print
$3,520Sale Price|20% Off
NEW RELEASE David Bowie, Flipped, 2001 by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
New release September 2022. David Bowie, Flipped, 2001 by Markus Klinko Reworked negative image of David Bowie, taken from Markus Klinko's original imag...
C Print
$5,500
Beyonce "Dangerously in Love" Album Photograph Signed Lt'd Ed. by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in New Orleans, LA
This is the iconic photo of Beyonce that graced the cover of her hit album "Dangerously in Love." Shot by international celebrity photographer Markus Klinko (bio below), this strictl...
Photographic Film
David Bowie Rhythm Roulette Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
David Bowie Rhythm Roulette Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 30 x ...
C Print
Dita Von Teese Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Dita Von Teese Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied P...
C Print
Dita Von Teese Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Dita Von Teese Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied P...
C Print
Eva Mendes Gold Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Eva Mendes Gold Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Pape...
C Print
Eva Mendes Fire Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Eva Mendes Fire Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Pap...
C Print
Dita Von Teese Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Dita Von Teese Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied P...
C Print
Eva Mendes Running Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Eva Mendes Running Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied P...
C Print
Eva Mendes Church Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Eva Mendes Church Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Pa...
C Print
Eva Mendes The Dance Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Eva Mendes The Dance Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied ...
C Print
Eva Mendes Dior Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Eva Mendes Dior Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Pape...
C Print
Kate Winslet Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Kate Winslet Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Pape...
C Print
Laetitia Casta Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Laetitia Casta Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied P...
C Print
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...
C Print
The Hunt Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
The Hunt 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 P...
C Print
The Realization Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
The Realization Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Edition signed by the artist C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×2...
C Print
Ronnie Wood Rolling Stones by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Museum quality fine art print of Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood by photographer Markus Klinko taken in London, 2000 This print is availa...
C Print
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...
C Print
Moonsuit
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...
C Print
Anne Hathaway, New Signed Lt'd Edition Photograph, Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in New Orleans, LA
A dramatic signed, limited-edition photo of Anne Hathaway in a cool urban scene, shot by international celebrity photographer Markus Klinko (bio below) in 2006. We offer this strictly limited-edition signed C-print in a range of sizes and prices. The editions are quite small, so you'll own a remarkably rare and collectible work of photographic art. Shipping is FREE. Proudly presented by Guy Lyman Fine Art, New Orleans, with our firm guarantee. Ask about our other superb photographs by Markus Klinko, of stars including Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Kate Winslet, Naomi Campbell, Jennifer Lopez, and many others (see below). Markus Klinko is an award-winning, international fashion/celebrity photographer and director, who has worked with many of today's most iconic stars of film, music, and fashion. Klinko has photographed the likes of Beyonce, Lady Gaga, David Bowie, Jennifer Lopez, Britney Spears, Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, Kanye West, Anne Hathaway, Kate Winslet, Will Smith, Eva Mendes, Kim Kardashian, Naomi Campbell, and Iman. His editorial clients include Vogue, GQ, Vanity Fair, Harper's Bazaar, and Interview magazine. Brands such as Lancôme, L'Oréal Paris, Nike, Hugo Boss, Anna Sui, Pepsi, Skyy Vodka, and Remy Martin have hired Klinko to create advertising campaigns. His campaign for Keep A Child Alive raised over one million dollars for children with AIDS in just 3 days. Born in Switzerland of French, Italian, Jewish, and Hungarian descent, Klinko spent his early years training to become a classical harp soloist. He studied at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique in Paris. Later, Klinko signed an exclusive recording contract with EMI Classics, as well as a management contract with Columbia Artists Management. He received the Grand Prix de Disque for his recording of French harp music...
Photographic Film
"Ines, New York, " New Signed Lt'd Edition Photograph, Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in New Orleans, LA
A stunning signed, limited-edition silkscreen of Ines Rivero shot by international celebrity photographer Markus Klinko (bio below) in 1997. We offer this strictly limited-edition signed C-print in a range of sizes and prices. The editions are quite small, so you'll own a remarkably rare and collectible work of photographic art. Shipping is FREE. Proudly presented by Guy Lyman Fine Art, New Orleans, with our firm guarantee. Ask about our other superb photographs by Markus Klinko, of stars including Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Kate Winslet, Naomi Campbell, Jennifer Lopez, and many others (see below). Markus Klinko is an award-winning, international fashion/celebrity photographer and director, who has worked with many of today's most iconic stars of film, music, and fashion. Klinko has photographed the likes of Beyonce, Lady Gaga, David Bowie, Jennifer Lopez, Britney Spears, Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, Kanye West, Anne Hathaway, Kate Winslet, Will Smith, Eva Mendes, Kim Kardashian, Naomi Campbell, and Iman. His editorial clients include Vogue, GQ, Vanity Fair, Harper's Bazaar, and Interview magazine. Brands such as Lancôme, L'Oréal Paris, Nike, Hugo Boss, Anna Sui, Pepsi, Skyy Vodka, and Remy Martin have hired Klinko to create advertising campaigns. His campaign for Keep A Child Alive raised over one million dollars for children with AIDS in just 3 days. Born in Switzerland of French, Italian, Jewish, and Hungarian descent, Klinko spent his early years training to become a classical harp soloist. He studied at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique in Paris. Later, Klinko signed an exclusive recording contract with EMI Classics, as well as a management contract with Columbia Artists Management. He received the Grand Prix de Disque for his recording of French harp music...
Photographic Film
Beyonce Dancing - Signed Lt'd Ed. Photo by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in New Orleans, LA
A dazzling limited edition photo of Beyonce that is sure to add a hip and happy note to any room graced by its presence! Shot by international celebrity photographer Markus Klinko (bio below), this strictly limited-edition signed C-print is available in a range of sizes and prices. The editions are quite small, so you'll own a remarkably rare and collectible work of photographic art. Shipping is FREE. Proudly presented by Guy Lyman Fine Art, New Orleans, with our firm guarantee. Ask about our other superb photographs by Markus Klinko, of stars including David Bowie, Lady Gaga, Kate Winslet, Naomi Campbell, Jennifer Lopez and many others (see below). Markus Klinko is an award-winning, international fashion/celebrity photographer and director, who has worked with many of today's most iconic stars of film, music, and fashion. Klinko has photographed the likes of Beyonce, Lady Gaga, David Bowie, Jennifer Lopez, Britney Spears, Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, Kanye West, Anne Hathaway, Kate Winslet, Will Smith, Eva Mendes, Kim Kardashian, Naomi Campbell, and Iman. His editorial clients include Vogue, GQ, Vanity Fair, Harp...
Photographic Film
Iman "Bracelets" Photograph Signed Lt'd Ed. by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in New Orleans, LA
Iman "Bracelets" shot by international celebrity photographer Markus Klinko (bio below); this strictly limited-edition signed C-print is available in a range of sizes and prices. The...
Photographic Film
Price Upon Request
The Look
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
Markus Klinko is an award-winning international photographer and director whose distinct style is defined by his willingness to push boundaries and experiment with unconventional tec...
Photographic Paper
Price Upon Request
Writers Block
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
Markus Klinko is an award-winning international photographer and director whose distinct style is defined by his willingness to push boundaries and experiment with unconventional tec...
Photographic Paper
Price Upon Request
The Wave
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
Markus Klinko is an award-winning international photographer and director whose distinct style is defined by his willingness to push boundaries and experiment with unconventional tec...
Photographic Paper
Price Upon Request
The Vision
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
Markus Klinko is an award-winning international photographer and director whose distinct style is defined by his willingness to push boundaries and experiment with unconventional tec...
Photographic Paper
Price Upon Request
The Session
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
Markus Klinko is an award-winning international photographer and director whose distinct style is defined by his willingness to push boundaries and experiment with unconventional tec...
Photographic Paper
Price Upon Request
The Realization
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
Markus Klinko is an award-winning international photographer and director whose distinct style is defined by his willingness to push boundaries and experiment with unconventional tec...
Photographic Paper
Price Upon Request
The Pack
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
Markus Klinko is an award-winning international photographer and director whose distinct style is defined by his willingness to push boundaries and experiment with unconventional tec...
Photographic Paper
Price Upon Request
The Hunt
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
Markus Klinko is an award-winning international photographer and director whose distinct style is defined by his willingness to push boundaries and experiment with unconventional tec...
Photographic Paper
Price Upon Request
The Cross
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
Markus Klinko is an award-winning international photographer and director whose distinct style is defined by his willingness to push boundaries and experiment with unconventional tec...
Photographic Paper
Price Upon Request
The Challenge
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
Markus Klinko is an award-winning international photographer and director whose distinct style is defined by his willingness to push boundaries and experiment with unconventional tec...
Photographic Paper
Price Upon Request
Sunset
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
Markus Klinko is an award-winning international photographer and director whose distinct style is defined by his willingness to push boundaries and experiment with unconventional tec...
Photographic Paper
Price Upon Request
Style
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
Markus Klinko is an award-winning international photographer and director whose distinct style is defined by his willingness to push boundaries and experiment with unconventional tec...
Photographic Paper
Price Upon Request
Seeing You From Afar
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
Markus Klinko is an award-winning international photographer and director whose distinct style is defined by his willingness to push boundaries and experiment with unconventional tec...
Photographic Paper
Price Upon Request
David
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
Markus Klinko is an award-winning international photographer and director whose distinct style is defined by his willingness to push boundaries and experiment with unconventional tec...
Photographic Paper
Price Upon Request
David Bowie
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
Markus Klinko is an award-winning international photographer and director whose distinct style is defined by his willingness to push boundaries and experiment with unconventional tec...
Resin, Epoxy Resin, Paper, Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Pigment, ...
Price Upon Request
Bowie
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
Markus Klinko is an award-winning international photographer and director whose distinct style is defined by his willingness to push boundaries and experiment with unconventional tec...
Resin, Epoxy Resin, Paper, Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Pigment, ...
Price Upon Request
The Encounter
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
Markus Klinko is an award-winning international photographer and director whose distinct style is defined by his willingness to push boundaries and experiment with unconventional tec...
Resin, Epoxy Resin, Paper, Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, Pigment, ...
Price Upon Request
Britney - ICE, Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
Britney Spears photographed by Markus Klinko. All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request. All prints are done and signed by the artist...
Archival Pigment
Price Upon Request
Emma Hemming, Kaleidoscope, Los Angeles, 2024
By Markus Klinko
Located in Chicago, IL
Emma Hemming, KALEIDOSCOPE Los Angeles - 2024 Printed By Weldon Color Lab on Fujicolor Crystal Archive Digital Pearl Paper Image Size: 20" x 24" Edition of 50 Image Size: 30" x 4...
Archival Pigment
Price Upon Request
Bowie, The Descent - Album Version, New York, 2001
By Markus Klinko
Located in Chicago, IL
THE DESCENT (B&W) New York - 2001 Printed By Weldon Color Lab on Fujicolor Crystal Archive Digital Pearl Paper LARGE Image Size: 60 x 60in Edition of 12 MEDIUM Image Size: 40 x 4...
Archival Pigment
Price Upon Request
Beyoncé, Dangerously In Love
By Markus Klinko
Located in Chicago, IL
BEYONCÉ, DANGEROUSLY IN LOVE - 20th Anniversary New York - 2003 Printed by Weldon Color Lab on Fujicolor Crystal Archive Digital Pearl Paper LARGE Image Size: 60 x 49.5 in Edition...
Archival Pigment
Price Upon Request
Beyoncé, Dangerously In Love
By Markus Klinko
Located in Chicago, IL
BEYONCÉ, DANGEROUSLY IN LOVE - 20th Anniversary New York - 2003 Printed by Weldon Color Lab on Fujicolor Crystal Archive Digital Pearl Paper LARGE Image Size: 60 x 49.5 in Edition...
Archival Pigment
Price Upon Request
MARKUS KLINKO - The Descent, Bowie 2001
By Markus Klinko
Located in PARIS, FR
Artist's biography : Stars & Fashion Icons. Markus Klinko is an award-winning international fashion and celebrity photographer and director who has worked with some of the most icon...
Black and White
Price Upon Request
David Bowie : The Wave by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
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. This stunning shot of David Bowie with a wolf is from a shoot for British GQ Magazine in 2002 This print is available in the following sizes, signed and numbered by Markus Klinko 24" high - Edition 50 40" high - Edition 25 60" high - Edition 12 Markus Klinko is an award-winning, international fashion/celebrity photographer and director, who has worked with many of today's most iconic stars of film, music, and fashion. Klinko has photographed the likes of Beyonce, Lady Gaga, David Bowie, Jennifer Lopez, Britney Spears, Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, Kanye West, Anne Hathaway, Kate Winslet, Will Smith...
C Print
Price Upon Request
Bryan Johnson and Taylor
By Markus Klinko
Located in Chicago, IL
Bryan Johnson and Taylor Printed By Weldon Color Lab on Fujicolor Crystal Archive Digital Pearl Paper Limited Edition 20x24” ed of 50 30x40” ed of 25 48x60” ed of 12 Hand Signed...
Archival Pigment
Price Upon Request
The Gun
By Markus Klinko
Located in Chicago, IL
The Gun Printed By Weldon Color Lab on Fujicolor Crystal Archive Digital Pearl Paper Limited Edition 20x24” ed of 50 30x40” ed of 25 48x60” ed of 12 Hand Signed by Artist "Mark...
Archival Pigment
Price Upon Request
Hannah and Taylor
By Markus Klinko
Located in Chicago, IL
Hannah and Taylor Printed By Weldon Color Lab on Fujicolor Crystal Archive Digital Pearl Paper Limited Edition 20x24” ed of 50 30x40” ed of 25 48x60” ed of 12 Hand Signed by Art...
Archival Pigment
Price Upon Request
Bryan Johnson
By Markus Klinko
Located in Chicago, IL
Bryan Johnson Printed By Weldon Color Lab on Fujicolor Crystal Archive Digital Pearl Paper Limited Edition 20x24” ed of 50 30x40” ed of 25 48x60” ed of 12 Hand Signed by Artist ...
Archival Pigment
Price Upon Request
The Chandelier
By Markus Klinko
Located in Chicago, IL
The Chandelier Printed By Weldon Color Lab on Fujicolor Crystal Archive Digital Pearl Paper Limited Edition 20x24” ed of 50 30x40” ed of 25 48x60” ed of 12 Hand Signed by Arti...
Archival Pigment
Price Upon Request
The Girl Who Fell To Earth
By Markus Klinko
Located in Chicago, IL
The Girl Who Fell To Earth Printed By Weldon Color Lab on Fujicolor Crystal Archive Digital Pearl Paper Limited Edition 20x24” ed of 50 30x40” ed of 25 48x60” ed of 12 Hand Sign...
Archival Pigment