Photographer Roxanne Lowit was at the forefront of recording modern culture for more than four decades. With her camera, she captured the grit within the glamor, bringing out the truest essence of each subject.
Lowit had no formal training in photography. She graduated from New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology with a degree in art history and textile design. She had a successful career as a designer, but also had a penchant for painting. Many people offered to sit for her paintings, but her busy schedule did not allow for lengthy sessions. Instead, she would take photographs to use as references when she had time to work on her art.
She enjoyed the instant gratification of producing an image through the lens. She began her photography practice in earnest at New York fashion shows, taking pictures of her own designs. Soon, models such as Jerry Hall were inviting her backstage to the shows. Her behind-the-scenes shots catapulted her into icon status in the fashion industry.
She later expanded her focus beyond fashion. Throughout her illustrious career, Lowit photographed world-famous cultural figures, like American Pop artist Andy Warhol, Spanish Surrealist painter Salvador Dalí and American singer Madonna.
Many prestigious venues have displayed Lowit’s work, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Andy Warhol Museum. Her work is part of the permanent collection of Japan’s Kobe Fashion Museum.
The American, French, German and Italian editions of Vogue all included Lowit’s photographs on their pages, as did many other notable publications, including GQ and Vanity Fair. Lowit produced advertising work for many major companies, including Armani, De Beers and Land Rover. Lowit published four books of her photography, including Roxanne Lowit Photographs Yves Saint Laurent in 2014. She died in 2022.
On 1stDibs, find Roxanne Lowit’s portrait, color and black and white photography.
Three Girls in a Tub, Color Photograph, Limited Edition of 11, Framed
By Roxanne Lowit
Located in Vienna, AT
"Three Girls in a Tub, Colour, Linda Evangelista, Naomi Campbell, and Christy Turlington, Paris, 1990" by Roxanne Lowit is an iconic and intimate glimpse into the golden era of super...
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Naomi Campbell, Christy Turlington and Linda Evangelista in a Tub, Paris, 1990
By Roxanne Lowit
Located in Vienna, AT
Three supermodels sitting in a luxurious bathtub drinking champagne, photographed by Roxanne Lowit in 1990. All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end fram...
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$1,112
H 40 in W 50 in D 0.1 in
'Harvest Dance' Movement dance figures gold yellow orange fire nature wild
By Sophia Milligan
Located in Penzance, GB
'Harvest Dance' Limited edition archival photograph. Unframed, hand signed and numbered _________________ Late August, captured in the glow of the evening sun, my daughters join han...
Archival Paper, Archival Pigment, Archival Ink, Giclée
Paris 9:21PM, Paris
By Leonardo Pucci
Located in Hudson, NY
Listing is for UNFRAMED print. Inquire within for framing. Edition of 20 CURRENT EXHIBITION - runs through May 6, 2018. Any framed photographs purchased during the show will be aft...
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Paris 5:35AM, France
By Leonardo Pucci
Located in Hudson, NY
Listing is for UNFRAMED print. Inquire within for framing. Edition of 15 CURRENT EXHIBITION - runs through June 10, 2018. . If the exhibition piece is sold or the customer orders a...
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"Racehorse Blur Double", Sedgefield, UK, 2004
By Pete Kelly
Located in Hudson, NY
Pete Kelly finds his inspiration in nature and the landscape. Specifically focusing on, "The reclamation by nature of urban settings", Kelly finds a particularly strong aesthetic and...
Archival Pigment
Paris 11:23PM, France
By Leonardo Pucci
Located in Hudson, NY
Listing is for UNFRAMED print. Inquire within for framing. Edition of 10 CURRENT EXHIBITION - runs through June 10, 2018. Any framed photographs purchased during the show will be a...
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Paris 9:33AM, Paris
By Leonardo Pucci
Located in Hudson, NY
Listing is for UNFRAMED print. Inquire within for framing. Edition of 5 CURRENT EXHIBITION - runs through May 6, 2018. Any framed photographs purchased during the show will be afte...
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"Racehorse Blur Single", Sedgefield, UK, 2003
By Pete Kelly
Located in Hudson, NY
Pete Kelly finds his inspiration in nature and the landscape. Specifically focusing on, "The reclamation by nature of urban settings", Kelly finds a particularly strong aesthetic and...
Archival Pigment
"Before The Race", 2006
By Pete Kelly
Located in Hudson, NY
Kelly captures the calm before the storm as a jockey trots with his horse before the race starts. The vibrant colors of the surrounding field and sky create an inviting, serene scene...
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"Well Done", 2006
By Pete Kelly
Located in Hudson, NY
Listing is for UNFRAMED print. Inquire within for framing. Edition 1 of 25. If the exhibition piece is sold or the customer orders a different print size, the photograph is p...
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"They're Off", 2006
By Pete Kelly
Located in Hudson, NY
Listing is for UNFRAMED print. Inquire within for framing. Edition 1 of 25. If the exhibition piece is sold or the customer orders a different print size, the photograph is p...
Archival Pigment
Circumstance, America #331
By Formento + Formento
Located in New York City, NY
In Circumstance, Formento + Formento examine the human figure as a site of vulnerability shaped by social, economic, and emotional forces. The series emerged from an extended journey...
Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment
Rio de Janeiro 2:08PM, Brazil
By Leonardo Pucci
Located in Hudson, NY
Listing is for UNFRAMED print. Inquire within for framing. Edition of 20 CURRENT EXHIBITION - runs through May 6, 2018. Any framed photographs purchased during the show will be aft...
Archival Pigment