The genius of photography Peter Lindbergh has died: a brief biography and the best works of the master

On September 3, the famous German photographer Peter Lindbergh, who was called the "titan of glossy pictures," passed away. During his long career, the man managed to work with many top models. Lindbergh was posed by show business stars, and his pictures regularly appeared on the pages of Rolling Stone, Vogue and Harper's Bazaar.

Lindbergh's passing is called a huge loss. Experts are sure that after his death, the fashion industry will never be the same. For what Lindbergh is so loved, you can find out below by reading a brief biography and the best works of the photographer.

Peter Lindberg was born in the Polish city of Leszno, but later his family moved to Germany. The boy spent his childhood in Duisburg, where his uncle raised sheep and regularly grazed a herd of three thousand heads on the banks of the German river Rhine.

Peter was happy to help his uncle and watched the confrontation of untouched nature and civilization every day: numerous factories and docks were piled up on one side of the river, striking green landscapes were visible on the other.

This contrast has always surprised the boy, and it can be said that he will be the key thread through all his works in the future.

Peter has been interested in art since childhood, although at first he dreamed of painting. Lindberg even graduated from the art school and the Krefeld Institute of Art, after which he exhibited his paintings in the famous Denise Rene/Hans Mayer Gallery.

But in 1971, the young man realized that he felt a true attraction to photography. For two years he worked as an assistant to the Dusseldorf photographer Hans Luks, and in 1973 he tried his hand at this profession.

In 1978, Lindbergh moved to Paris and concentrated entirely on fashion. He has filmed many top models and actresses, including Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista, Kate Moss, Cindy Crawford and Isabella Rossellini.

Since then , Lindbergh has started collaborating with many well - known publications: Vogue, New Yorker, Marie Claire, Vanity Fair, Rolling Stone, Harper's Bazaar and others. At the same time, the man shot for world-famous brands, including Armani, Prada, Calvin Klein and Jil Sander.

Works Peter Lindbergh has always been positively perceived by critics, because the photographer managed to make pictures interesting, frank and even shocking with his honesty.

The models fully revealed themselves to the maestro, not afraid to show him their emotions, and this was clearly displayed in his photographs.

It is not surprising that Peter was twice invited to work on the creation of the famous Pirelli calendar. This honor falls only to the best photographers, and Lindbergh is definitely on their list.

Peter Lindbergh's models always looked real against the background of "decorated dolls" and evoked a lively response from the audience.

In 1992, the photographer released the first documentary in which he talked about how he creates his masterpieces.

Later , another documentary was released Lindbergh, dedicated to Lee Strasberg and his acting studio. The film "Inner Voices" was recognized as the best documentary at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2000.

Lindbergh has won several times in the "Best Photographer" nomination at the International Fashion Industry Awards ceremony. In addition, a man carries the title Chevalier of Arts and Literature of France, and is also an honorary member The Club of art directors and designers.

In October 1996, Lindbergh was awarded the Raymond Lowy Foundation Award, one of the most prestigious design awards.

A number of films are dedicated to the work of Lindbergh: "The Poet of glamour", "An essay on P. L.", "P. L. Portrait" and others.

On September 3, at the age of 74, Peter Lindbergh passed away, but his works will remain with us forever.