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Markus Klinko Figurative 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
Britney Dreams 2004 Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition
By Markus Klinko
Located in London, GB
Britney Dreams 2004 Photo by Markus Klinko Limited Estate Edition C Print Produced from the original transparency Certificate of authenticity supplied Paper size 20×24 inches/ 5...
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Early 2000s Modern Markus Klinko Figurative Photography

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60s BABE - Nude, Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
Nude close-up of a woman 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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Markus Klinko Figurative Photography

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THE DIVER - Lili Simmons, Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
Nude close-up of a woman diving in pristine blue water photographed by Markus Klinko. All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request. All ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Markus Klinko Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

The Hunt - superstar David Bowie with wolf, Fine Art Photograpy
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
David Bowie walking with two wolves, photographed by Markus Klinko. All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request. All prints are done and ...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

Anne Hathaway, Fine Art Photography 2006
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
This striking portrait of Anne Hathaway, captured by renowned fashion photographer Markus Klinko, showcases her elegance, intensity, and modern glamour. All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request. All prints are done and signed by the artist. The collector receives an additional certificate of authenticity from the gallery. Anne Hathaway is the undeniable focal point of this image, with her mesmerizing gaze directed straight at the viewer. Her deep brown eyes are accentuated by bold, smoky eyeliner and shimmering metallic eyeshadow, adding a dramatic and captivating allure. Her dark, voluminous hair cascades in loose waves, framing her flawless, porcelain-like complexion. She wears emerald green drop earrings...
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Beyonce dancing, Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
Beyonce dancing for her album cover photographed by Markus Klinko in 2004. All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request. All prints are do...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Markus Klinko Figurative Photography

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Nudes, Chains Klinko and Lee, Fine Art Photography
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
Nude close-up of a woman in a golden glittery chain photographed by Markus Klinko. All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request. All print...
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Beyonce, Pepsi - Portrait with two giant Bottles, Fine Art Photography, 2004
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
Beyonce for the Pepsi Commercial photographed by Markus Klinko in 2004. All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request. All prints are done ...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Markus Klinko Figurative Photography

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Natural Villains - superstar David Bowie in black clothing with wolf
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
Natural Villains is one of the centre pieces of Markus Klinko's Bowie Unseen Series: Although this iconic series was created with the use of body doubles and montage, the energy betw...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Figurative Photography

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The Protector - David Bowie in blue Suit with Wolf, Fine Art Photography, 2002
By Markus Klinko
Located in Vienna, AT
Rockstar David Bovie in a Blue Suit holding a Roaring Wolf on a leash, by Markus Klinko, All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request. All...
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Early 2000s Markus Klinko Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

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Find a wide variety of authentic Markus Klinko figurative photography available for sale on 1stDibs. 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 figurative photography, so small editions measuring 20 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Maria José Arjona, Guido Argentini, and Candice CMC. Markus Klinko figurative photography prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $3,980 and tops out at $29,500, while the average work can sell for $14,500.

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