Kate Moss by Mario Testino

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When I first considered how to review this book, I toyed with the idea of just repeating her name. She is, after all, its recurring motif — and really, when it comes to Kate, what else is there to say? Rodarte paillette coat and beaded lace dress. On Hince: Lanvin velvet blazer and Charvet cotton shirt. I’m excited to be pushing forward this dramatic new chapter for the art world which could change so much. Testino has been shooting Moss from the very beginnings of her career and the fifteen years of photography presented here (1996 thru 2010) show the close, familiar and intimate relationship between photographer and subject (in fact, both were involved in selecting the pictures for this book and both offer editorial on the relationship as well.) The photos range from the casual to the iconic and if there is any complaint here, it’s that there may be too many shots that are out of focus – some work that way while others are a bit superfluous. But as a career retrospective capturing a decade and a half relationship of photographic trust, “Kate Moss by Mario Testino” holds together as a document of the working relationship between two icons, each in their own respective fields.

At the ceremony, conducted by the Reverend Harry MacInnes, Jake Chapman reads a resonant love letter, the cherubic choristers of Gloucester Cathedral sing “You Can’t Always Get What You Want,” and Mrs. Jamie Hince is finally an honest woman. “That was so moving,” says Lucie de la Falaise. “Now she’s all grown up!” Testino’s work has been exhibited at museums around the world, among them the National Portrait Gallery in London, the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, the Shanghai Art Museum, Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza in Madrid, the Metropolitan Museum in Tokyo and more than sixteen books have been published on his work. Kate Moss by Mario Testino" This book is a stunning tribute to the enduring collaboration between Mario Testino and the iconic model, Kate Moss. Showcasing their work together over two decades, this collection highlights Testino's ability to capture the true essence of his subjects, making it a valuable resource for photographers seeking inspiration in fashion photography. Mario Testino's photographic style is characterized by his innate ability to capture the essence of his subjects in a glamorous and sophisticated manner. His images often exude a sense of luxury and refinement, with a keen eye for detail and a flair for composition. Testino is known for his masterful use of natural light, which imbues his images with warmth and depth, while his expert manipulation of color and contrast adds vibrancy and life to his photographs. I’m constantly looking to reinterpret moments that have been magical in my life, and digital photography has given me the opportunity for it to be as much from my imagination as my reality.Alongside his 40-year practice as a photographer, Testino is a creative director, museum founder, art collector, fine art collaborator and entrepreneur. At a quarter to five Kate reappears, looking like a Pre-Raphaelite wood sprite in the diaphanous silk-tulle 1930s wedding dress that Katy England found for her bachelorette party, and proceeds to execute an exuberant tango. Everyone’s mother is still on the dance floor. (At her bachelorette weekend, “my mum was the last to leave,” says Kate, laughing. “The last man standing, my mum was!”) Mario also saw beyond the image in which she had been cast. “I had seen her out, and she had nothing of the waif,” he remembers. Instead, she reminded him of the “gorgeous” girls he knew growing up in Peru, for whom “life is about having a good time. I love a girl that parties,” he adds, “who can do the glamour and laugh.” (The images that he has taken during their 20-year-plus relationship have resulted in a book, Kate Moss by Mario Testino.) NFT technology has opened an opportunity to reach a new audience, experiment with motion and complement my gallery shows, books and exhibitions. Photographer Mario Testino has been at the height of the fashion game for quite some time. One of his greatest subject for many years (and one that helped cement his reputation as the go-to guy in fashion) is/was Kate Moss. Testino’s work with Moss over the years has created many memorable campaigns for each of them and is the subject of the latest softcover, trade edition of his work, simply titled “Kate Moss by Mario Testino.”

I have often tried to define what makes Moss’ image compelling to so many. From heroin chic to coke scandal, her popularity has never waned; she enjoys a lucrative and extensive modeling career after many of her peers have retired. Leafing through this new collection, it’s easy to see that sartorial ease is a big part of her draw. Moss’ ability to normalize fashion moves her from the realm of mannequin to muse. Prince Charles and Princess Diana finalise their divorce after four years of separation. Art and scienceThe Spice Girls enjoy massive popular success with their first single Wannabe going straight to Number 1. The group are remembered as much for their sassy, outspoken 'girl power' attitude and their continuing subsequent celebrity as for their music. Mario Testino's work has been published extensively in leading fashion magazines and he has also released several photography books, including:

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Mario Testino OBE is widely regarded as one of the most influential fashion and portrait photographers of our times. He has documented subjects from A-list stars, supermodels and artists, to subjects that he has encountered throughout his travels, from magnificent cities by night to mysterious landscapes and private soirees. Testino’s visionary approach to his photography, which oozes with glamour, color, life and sex appeal, has put him at the center of fashion photography from Gucci to Versace, Valentino to Ralph Lauren. His Peruvian heritage acts as a subtle influence, bringing another dimension of vivacity to his artworks. The unseen Kate: the most intimate photos of todays biggest international fashion icon by the fashion world's favorite photographer. Limited to 1,500 copies, each numbered and signed by the artist. In conclusion, Mario Testino's remarkable career and body of work have left a lasting impression on the fashion industry, and his influence continues to be felt by photographers around the world. Aspiring photographers can learn from Testino's approach to storytelling, his ability to connect with his subjects, and his mastery of light and color to create their own captivating images.