David LaChapelle

The career of David LaChapelle began in the 1980s. After attending North Carolina school of Arts he moved to New York where he enrolled at both the Art Students League and the School of Visual Arts. His work caught the eye of Andy Warhol and editors of Interview magazine, with shows at 303 Gallery, Trabia and McAffee. 

Interview magazine had offered him his first professional photography work. Working at Interview magazine had given LaChapelle the opportunity to photograph some of the most famous of the times. He has photographed a diverse range of people, this includes Tupac Shakur, Madonna, Amanda Lepore, Alek Wek, Eminem, Lil' Kim, Philip Johnson, Lance Armstrong, Pamela Anderson, Uma Thurman, Elizabeth Taylor, Alicia Keys, David Beckham, Paris Hilton, Jeff Koons, Hilary Clinton & Muhammed Ali, to name a few.

Throughout his career LaChapelle has worked in fields of fashion, advertising and fine art photography (photos created in accordance with the creative vision of the photographer).

 

LaChapelle's style of work has been described as surreal, unique, salacious and humourous. He has an ability to create scenes of extreme reality using rich and vibrant colours, making his work recognizable. David LaChapelle work has been inspired by everything, from art history to street culture.

David LaChapelle has shot photos for top editorial publications and created memorable advertising campaigns. His images have appeared on the covers of magazines such as Italian Vogue, French Vogue, Vanity Fair, GQ, Rolling Stones and I-D.

LaChapelle's work has even expanded to directing music videos, live theatrical events and documentry films. He has directed music videos for the likes of Christina Aquilera, Britney Spears, J-LO, Moby, The Vines and No Doubt.