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| Mario Testino |
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photographer known internationally for his cultural and commercial
contributions, Mario Testino is labeled as a much-sought after
photographer and creative partner in the fashion industry. His style of
grand, bright, meticulously styled photographs earns him a place as one
of the top fashion photographers of his generation.
His work has been featured in Vogue and Vanity Fair, and he has worked on numerous advertising campaigns for fashion houses Burberry, Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana and Versace.Testino’s work has been found in multiple exhibitions worldwide. The National Portrait Gallery in London still boasts Testino’s Portraits by Mario Testino, which opened in 2002, as its most well-attended exhibit. That exhibit traveled the world, seeing Milan, Amsterdam, Edinburgh, Tokyo, Mexico City and Lima.
Testino is one of only a few select living artists to have an exhibit on display at the Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza in Madrid. For the first time, Testino’s work will be available for view in the U.S., with an exhibit set to open at the end of 2012 at the Museum of Fine Art in Boston.
Testino’s work can be widely found in books; he has published ten volumes of his work. One of the most notable books is MaRio de Janeiro Testino, which focuses on the city and people that have influenced his photographic vision. His latest book, Kate Moss by Mario Testino, is made up of the photographs he has taken of Moss during their 20 year friendship.
Testino is a widely celebrated photographer, earning numerous awards for his contributions to the world of photography. A native of Peru, Testino was awarded Peru’s highest honor, the Grand Cross Order of Merit. Another highlight was receiving the honor of the Gold Medal from the Queen Sofia Spanish Institute.
Testino also is known for his work as a portrait photographer, working with actors, celebrities and the Royal Family.
Christopher Kilkus Magazine | Christopher Kilkus California
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