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Markus Klinko Color Photography

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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Artist: Markus Klinko
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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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Markus Klinko Color Photography

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C Print

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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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Markus Klinko Color Photography

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C Print

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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Early 2000s Contemporary Markus Klinko Color Photography

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C Print

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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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Markus Klinko Color Photography

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C Print

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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Late 20th Century Markus Klinko Color Photography

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C Print

Markus Klinko - Lady Gaga, Standing, Photography 2009, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Kanye West, Photography 2002, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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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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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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C Print

Markus Klinko - Daphne Guinness, Paris Window, Photography 2011, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Mariah Carey, Emancipation of Mimi, 2005, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Kaws X Lindsay Lohan, Photography 2010, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Britney Spears, Ice, Photography 2004, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, Crazy In Love (Color) New York, 2003, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Tommy Lee, The Locker Room, Photography 2005, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, Baby Boy, NY, 2003, Anniversary Edition, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Pharrell Williams, Photography 2002, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Pamela Anderson, Photography 2006, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Daphne Guinness, The Owl, Photography 2011, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Writers Block, Photography 2005, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Markus Klinko - Keanu Reeves, Sleeping, Photography 2000, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Britney Spears, The Forest, Photography 2004, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Lady Gaga, Standing, Photography 2009, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Kanye West, Photography 2002, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Pamela Anderson, Relaxing, Photography 2006, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, D&G #2, Photography 2003, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Kelis, Milkshake, Photography 2002, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Kim Kardashian, In Coffin, Photography 2010, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Repentance, Photography 2001, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Daphne Guinness, The Lake, Photography 2011, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, Dangerously in Love (Back), 2001, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, Dancing, Photography 2001, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Pamela Anderson, Photography 2006, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, D&G #1, 2003, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Mary J. Blige, Sitting, Photography 2006, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

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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Late 20th Century Markus Klinko Color Photography

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C Print

Markus Klinko - Mariah Carey, The Angel, V. 2, Photography 2005, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
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. Klin...
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2010s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, D&G #2, Photography 2003, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Pamela Anderson, Relaxing, Photography 2006, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Kelis, Milkshake, Photography 2002, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Daphne Guinness, The Lake, Photography 2011, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Kim Kardashian, In Coffin, Photography 2010, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, Dangerously in Love (Back), 2001, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Repentance, Photography 2001, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, Dancing, Photography 2001, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Pamela Anderson, Photography 2006, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, D&G #1, 2003, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Mary J. Blige, Sitting, Photography 2006, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Ronnie Wood, The Rolling Stones (Color), 2000, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, Lorea'l Paris, Photography 2001, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Lady Gaga, The Throne, Photography 2009, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Markus Klinko - Beyonce, Laying, Photography 2003, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Markus Klinko - Mary J. Blige, The Fur, Photography 2005, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Markus Klinko - Lady Gaga, Hello Kitty, Photography 2009, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Markus Klinko - Beyonce, Gold, Photography 2001, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Beyonce, Recline, Photography 2003, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Kim Kardashian, Photography 2009, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Iman, Fire, Photography 2001, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Keanu Reeves, #3, Photography 2000, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Daphne Guinness, Church, Photography 2011, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Digital, Archival Pigment

Markus Klinko - Lady Gaga, The Mask, Photography 2009, Printed After
By Markus Klinko
Located in Greenwich, CT
"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. Kli...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Color Photography

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Markus Klinko color photography for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Markus Klinko color photography available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of color photography to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of blue, purple, orange and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Markus Klinko in archival pigment print, pigment print, digital print and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Markus Klinko color photography, so small editions measuring 15 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Andrew Moore, Terry O'Neill, and Steve McCurry.

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