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Nigel Parry Black and White Photography

English, b. 1961

Nigel Parry has photographed many of the most important and influential figures of the 20th and 21st centuries, including a wide range of A-list celebrities, models, athletes, politicians and other personalities. He has been commissioned by many noteworthy publications, advertising agencies and private companies across the globe. The trust from his subjects allows viewers to emotionally and intellectually connect with their humanity. Parry has said, “The only thing that is important is the person in front of me and what I’m trying to say about that person.”

Parry was born in 1961 in London, England. When he was 11, his father, an amateur photographer, drew Parry’s attention to photography by showing him his darkroom and how he made film, beginning Parry’s romance with the art.

Parry began his career as a graphic designer, employed by the publishing company Faber and Faber. The head of the company noticed Parry’s gift for photography and arranged for an exhibition of his portraits at the Groucho Club in London. 

Parry began photographing professionally in 1988 and, in 1994, moved to New York to further his career. His curiosity, creativity and courage soon led to renown for his black and white portraits. He subsequently published several books of his photography, including Sharp (2000), Precious (2004) and Blunt (2006). He also directed the music video for Charlie Mars’s “Meet Me By The Backdoor” in 2009. 

Parry’s awards include the European Magazine Award, the Award of Excellence from the Society for News Design, the American Society of Magazine Editors Portrait Award and the Hasselblad Masters Award. His portraits have been exhibited in the National Galleries of Scotland, the National Portrait Gallery in London, the New York Photo Festival and Le Festival Pour L'Image Perpignan in Paris.

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Artist: Nigel Parry
Liza Minelli
By Nigel Parry
Located in Mount Pleasant, SC
Portrait of Liza Minnelli by Nigel Parry. Nigel Parry began his photographic career in London in 1987 and moved to New York in 1994. Since then he has been comissioned by many of ...
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20th Century Contemporary Nigel Parry Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Nigel Parry, Vivienne Westwood
By Nigel Parry
Located in Vienna, AT
Black and white photography of the late Vivienne Westwood by Nigel Parry. All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request. All prints are d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Nigel Parry Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Tom Cruise with sunglasses in black and white - portait of the superstar
By Nigel Parry
Located in Vienna, AT
Other sizes and price on request. Limited edition. PREISS FINE ARTS is one of the world’s leading galleries for fine art photography representing the most famous contemporary artists. Nigel Parry is one of the most famous photographers worldwide. His work has been exhibited worldwide at various art galleries, museums and festivals including The National Portrait Gallery in London, The National Galleries of Scotland, a show at The National Museum of Film & Photography, Le Festival Pour image Perpignan, and the Premier exhibit at the NY Photo...
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2010s Contemporary Nigel Parry Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Grey Mountains
By Nigel Parry
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful black and white mountain view piece of Nigel Parry's new landscape series. Other sizes and high-end framing on request. All prin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Nigel Parry Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Woodland - panoramic black and white image with trees, fine art photography 2021
By Nigel Parry
Located in Vienna, AT
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 certific...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Nigel Parry Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Serge Gainsbourg - black & white portrait of the French icon and musician.
By Nigel Parry
Located in Vienna, AT
Serge Gainsbourg - black & white portrait of the French icon and musician. The artwork is made and signed by the artist in a strictly limited edition of 5. It is framed high-end with a black hardwood box, mat and 99% UV-resistant acrylic glass. Smaller size on request. PREISS FINE ARTS is one of the world’s leading galleries for fine art photography representing the most famous contemporary artists. Nigel Parry is one of the most famous photographers worldwide. His work has been exhibited worldwide at various art galleries, museums and festivals including The National Portrait Gallery in London, The National Galleries of Scotland, a show at The National Museum of Film & Photography, Le Festival Pour image Perpignan, and the Premier exhibit at the NY Photo...
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20th Century Contemporary Nigel Parry Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Leonardo DiCaprio spilling - portrait spilling drink, fine art photography, 2010
By Nigel Parry
Located in Vienna, AT
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 certific...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Nigel Parry Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Leonardo DiCaprio cigar - portrait of the Hollywood movie star
By Nigel Parry
Located in Vienna, AT
Leonardo DiCaprio smoking cigar - portrait of the Hollywood movie star The artwork is framed high-end with a wooden hardwood box, mat and 99% UV-resist...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Nigel Parry Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Barack Obama
By Nigel Parry
Located in Vienna, AT
Portrait of the former president of the United States of America. PREISS FINE ARTS is one of the world’s leading galleries for fine art photography representing the most famous contemporary artists. Nigel Parry began his photographic career in London in 1988 and moved to New York City in 1994. Since then, he has been commissioned by the most distinguished publications, advertising agencies, entertainment, corporate and music companies worldwide. He has been privileged to photograph not only celebrities but also the most important and influential figures of our time. Some of his many accolades include: The European Magazine Award, The Award of Excellence from the U.S. Society of Newspaper Design, The American Society of Magazine Editors Portrait Award, Hasselblad Master Photographer, Communication Arts, ASME, Graphis, Photo District News, Art Director’s Club, International Photography and American Photography Awards among others. His work has been exhibited worldwide at various art galleries, museums and festivals including; The National Portrait Gallery in London, The National Galleries of Scotland, a show at The National Museum of Film & Photography, Le Festival Pour image Perpignan, and the Premier exhibit at the NY Photo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nigel Parry Black and White Photography

Angelina Jolie
By Nigel Parry
Located in Vienna, AT
Portrait of the Hollywood movie star actress from behind showing her tattoo. PREISS FINE ARTS is one of the world’s leading galleries for fine art photography representing the most famous contemporary artists. Nigel Parry began his photographic career in London in 1988 and moved to New York City in 1994. Since then, he has been commissioned by the most distinguished publications, advertising agencies, entertainment, corporate and music companies worldwide. He has been privileged to photograph not only celebrities but also the most important and influential figures of our time. Some of his many accolades include: The European Magazine Award, The Award of Excellence from the U.S. Society of Newspaper Design, The American Society of Magazine Editors Portrait Award, Hasselblad Master Photographer, Communication Arts, ASME, Graphis, Photo District News, Art Director’s Club, International Photography and American Photography Awards among others. His work has been exhibited worldwide at various art galleries, museums and festivals including; The National Portrait Gallery in London, The National Galleries of Scotland, a show at The National Museum of Film & Photography, Le Festival Pour image Perpignan, and the Premier exhibit at the NY Photo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nigel Parry Black and White Photography

Kiefer Sutherland
By Nigel Parry
Located in Vienna, AT
Portrait of the Canadian Hollywood movie and series actor/director strolling in a black turtleneck sweater on a hallway. PREISS FINE ARTS is one of the world’s leading galleries for...
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1990s Contemporary Nigel Parry Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Mary Louise Parker - nude portrait with body chain, fine art photography, 2002
By Nigel Parry
Located in Vienna, AT
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 certific...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Nigel Parry Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Jenny Saville - Portrait of the Artist in her Studio, fine art photography 1995
By Nigel Parry
Located in Vienna, AT
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 certific...
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1990s Contemporary Nigel Parry Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

The Man from U.N.C.L.E., Studio One, New York City
By Nigel Parry
Located in Vienna, AT
Portrait of the main cast from the Hollywood action spy series with bullet holes in the eyes. PREISS FINE ARTS is one of the world’s leading galleries for fine art photography repre...
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1990s Contemporary Nigel Parry Black and White Photography

Sting, B/W, Sting's Home, Fine Art Photography, 1994
By Nigel Parry
Located in Vienna, AT
Portrait of the English music singer and songwriter with leaves surrounding his head. Other sizes and high-end framing on request. All prints are limited edition. Available in multi...
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1990s Contemporary Nigel Parry Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Martin Scorsese, New York City
By Nigel Parry
Located in Vienna, AT
Portrait of the American Hollywood movie actor and director with a big tie in front of a brick wall. PREISS FINE ARTS is one of the world’s leading galler...
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1990s Nigel Parry Black and White Photography

Luciano Pavarotti, The Savoy Hotel London - Portrait, Fine Art Photography, 1990
By Nigel Parry
Located in Vienna, AT
Closeup black and white portrait of the famous opera singer Luciano Pavarotti, photographed by Nigel Parry in 1990. All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High...
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1990s Contemporary Nigel Parry Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

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