World-renowned celebrity fashion photographer dies at age 92
World-renowned celebrity fashion photographer Irving Penn has died late last week at the age of 92. This was announced by Roger Krueger, his photo assistant.
Penn is known for celebrity fashion portraits which are considered classic in the world of fashion. According to longtime friend Peter MacGill, Penn has never stopped working through the years because he’s passionate about his work.
One distinct feature of Penn’s work is the preference in taking photos outside the studio, where nature captures life rather than in a closed space. He had completed seven major projects from 1964 to 1971, all critically acclaimed.
About thirteen of Penn’s works have been auctioned on Thursday at Christie’s with prizes ranging from $40,000 to $530,000.
Penn started his work in the 1940s as the fashion photographer for popular magazine Vogue. He continued to contribute for the said publication through the decades despite pursuing his own passion.