Martin Schoeller Close Up: Portraits, 1998-2005

Synopsis

Almost each week, Martin Schoeller is called upon by The New Yorker magazine to capture portraits of the most recognized personalities of our time (President Bill Clinton, Angelina Jolie, Andre Agassi, Eminem, Jack Nicholson and many others). 75 of these stunning headshot portraits are collected here in a monograph that tracks the evolution of his style and showcases the body of his work. His photographs strip away all extras, leaving only the form and light. Martin Schoeller is a rare photographer who is advancing a new style and vision in the world of portrait photography.