Week 1 Photo Challenge

I've always loved David LaChapelle use of colors and lighting in his photographs. I've always admired his ability to have such an extensive gallery of celebrity portraits. Here in this photo is one of his famous Madonna portraits. LaChapelle is known for his ability to put several people in one photo and you still know who the photo is all about. Madonna is iconic and here we know exactly who to look at.

LaChapelle got his start in New York City in the 1980s. After having shows at 303 Gallery, Trabia McAffee and others, he got the attention of his hero, Andy Warhol. Soon after he began working as a professional photographer. With the success of his photography he began directing music videos for such artists as Christina Aguilera, Moby, Jennifer Lopez, Britney Spears, The Vines, and No Doubt.

LaChapelle's work is easily recognizable. His ability to use vibrant colors and extreme reality is often imitated. LaChapelle has created a link between fashion and celebrity. He is truly become one of today's most important pop culture photographers.  




My addition to his LaChapelle photo is a self portrait. I used a ceiling light as well as make up lighting set up around the mirror.

Photo credit: David LaChapelle