Jürgen Teller, German photographer who for many years has navigated the terrain between personal and commercial photography. He uncovers a raw, overexposed style mainly in color and also includes himself often in his photographs. He was first recognized world wide in 1996 for his cover on Süddeutsche Zeitung Magazine featured au naturel photo of Kristen McMenamy with the « Versace » drawn in a heart on her bare chest. A ritual was evolved in 1997, when Marc Jacobs and Jürgen Teller collaborated and have been working together ever since. He has also had other long term affairs with Helmut Lang,Yves Saint Laurent, Vivienne Westwood and recently Céline. He is indulged with musician Björk, and very often works with her as well. His work has been displayed in, The Face, Vogue (U.S,France, England, Italy), Another Magazine, Index, W Magazine, Self Service, Details, Purple, i-D, and 032c. Jürgen also receives a lot of recognition for the books he has published and short films he has directed, such as « Can I own myself » in 1998, and also partnered with Tryone Lebon to create « Reely and Truly » which examines the world of photography and its many diverse aspects.
Jürgen Teller & Tryone Lebon Short Film
The Little Blighter : Björk & Son
Iceland Blue Lagoon, 1993
« Only God knows » O.J Simpson 2000
RISE N SHINE
Kate Moss, 1998
Pettitoe, Suffolk 2011
Victoria Beckham
Marc Jacobs Spring Summer 2008 L.A
KARL IS MY UNLIKE
Kristen McMenamy
William Eggleston & Charlotte Rampling
Marc Jacobs
Kate Moss 2000
Gisele Bündchen, 2005
Paradis I, 2009
032c Winter 2011