William Klein | anti-fashion photographer

Meet the Master
William Klein (1926-2022) was a New York-born photographer and filmmaker known for his revolutionary, rule-breaking approach to both fashion and street photography.
In this episode, we explore his work in fashion photography, a genre he redefined with dragging high fashion into the gritty, beautiful chaos of the street.

Be sure to check out our other episode on his legendary career as a street photographer.
   • William Klein | the unruly eye of the street  

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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:46 Some fashion portraits
01:23 Klein's early life
02:06 B&W Fahsion Photos
06:53 Color Fashion Photos

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DISCLAIMER: This video is created for educational or commentary purposes. All featured artwork and footage are fully credited to their respective copyright holders, adhering to fair use provisions under copyright law.
Additional footage from:
British Pathé: Paris, City of Fashion
Arthur B.Ramsey: This Is New York

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