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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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AURIELEE SUMMERS, THE BATH by Markus Klinko
By Markus Klinko
Located in Austin, TX
Museum quality fine art print of AURIELEE SUMMERS, THE BATH by photographer Markus Klinko in 2013 in Los Angeles. This print is available in the following sizes, signed and numbered...
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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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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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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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Daphne Guinness
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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Blue
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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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...
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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...
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The Courtyard
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...
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The Lineup
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...
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Titans
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...
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The Pool
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...
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Wings
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...
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The Rider
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
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YSL
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
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Waking Dream
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
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The Bath
By Markus Klinko
Located in New York, NY
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The Lobster
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...
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Noe Mielenoir
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...
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Spring
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...
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The Bedroom
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...
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Sunset Strip
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...
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Sable Hunting
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...
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The Bath
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...
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Stoya Stairs
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...
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Liz
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...
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CM
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...
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Stoya Running
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...
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Dita, The Arrival
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...
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Sable, The Horse
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...
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On the Floor Nude
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...
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Drenched
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...
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Ping4
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...
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Nude
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...
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New Ketuta
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...
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Nin
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...
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Jump
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...
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Leila
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...
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CM
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...
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Chrissy Teigen
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...
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Chateau
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...
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Chains
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...
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Cai
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...
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