Steven Meisel is an American fashion photographer known for his editorial work in magazines such as Vogue, Prada, and Calvin Klein. He started his career as an illustrator whilst teaching illustration at Parsons The New School for Design and eventually transitioned to photography. Meisel’s work is recognized for its bold and provocative style. He also discord and launched the careers of many famous models. Meisel has received numerous awards for his work, including the CFDA Award for Fashion Photography and the Art Directors Club Hall of Fame Award. He told 032c, “My favorites are the ones that allow me to say something: the black issue; the poking fun at celebrities one; the paparazzi thing; the mental institution one; the ones that I have a minute to think about; all the ones that are the most controversial in fact. But it’s not because they are controversial that I like them, but because they say a little more than just a beautiful woman in a beautiful dress. I love that too, but to try and say something is also my goal.” Steven Meisel is undoubtedly a prominent figure in the fashion industry due to his artistic talent, creative vision, and technical skill in photography.
This video gives insights into what others think of Steven Meisel and why they admire his work. Each person who is interviewed has respect for Mesiel’s photographs and work ethic.
Spellbound
W Magazine, 2012
Stella Tennant in 'The Discipline of Fashion'
Vogue Italia, 2011
Makeover Madness
Vogue Italia, 2005
“Peerless”
Natalia Vodianova
Vogue 2008
“Steven Meisel Is Part of the BoF 500.” The Business of Fashion, https://www.businessoffashion.com/community/people/steven-meisel.