The secret diary of Mario Testino: What the world's most glamorous". The Independent. 5 July 2008 . Retrieved 7 October 2015. Mario Testino: Portraits" This stunning collection of portraits by Mario Testino showcases his exceptional ability to capture the essence of his subjects. The book features images of celebrities, models, and other public figures, offering inspiration and valuable insights for photographers looking to enhance their portrait skills. Even Sam was initially daunted by the project, until she consulted her mother. “Mum told me to do it as though it were my own wedding,” says Gainsbury, who proceeded to do just that. “Kate wanted something elegant—not what people thought she might do.” Testino restored a 13,000 sq. ft. mansion built in 1898, which is home to a permanent exhibition of his work alongside a temporary exhibition space for Peruvian and international artists. [58] [59] Recognition and awards [ edit ] Year

a b Menkes, Suzy (2 October 2011). "Mario Testino: 30 Years Behind the Camera". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331 . Retrieved 2 September 2015. Testino's personal art collection has been the subject of two exhibitions. [34] The first, Somos Libres [35] in 2013 was at MATE - Museo Mario Testino in Lima, Peru. The second installation in 2014, Somos Libres II [36] took place at the Pinacoteca Giovanni e Marella Agnelli in Turin, Italy. His relationship with fine art developed through frequent visits to galleries and artists studios, [37] [38] and he has collaborated to create works with artists such as Keith Haring, [39] Vik Muniz, [40] John Currin [41] and Julian Schnabel. [42]

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Mario Testino is recognised as the ultimate fashion photographer of his generation but his pictures of Kate Moss transcend fashion. The consequence of two decades of extraordinary friendship, and phenomenal glamour, this iconic collaboration is an intimate insight into the lives and minds of two of the world’s definitive style leaders.

In 2011, he was awarded an Honorary Fellowship by The Royal Photographic Society. [44] These are awarded to distinguished persons having, from their position or attainments, an intimate connection with the science or fine art of photography or the application thereof. In this same year GQ also awarded Testino the Man of the Year Inspiration Award. [45] Let Me In!" In this intimate collection, Mario Testino provides an exclusive look into the private lives of some of the world's most famous celebrities. Testino's candid, behind-the-scenes photography offers unique insights into his techniques and approach, inspiring photographers to capture the authenticity of their subjects. Italian photographer Mario Testino attends the 'Lycra British Style ..." Retrieved 1 September 2015. Mario Eduardo Testino Silva OBE HonFRPS (born 30 October 1954) is a Peruvian fashion and portrait photographer.NFT technology has opened an opportunity to reach a new audience, experiment with motion and complement my gallery shows, books and exhibitions. The unseen Kate: the most intimate photos of todays biggest international fashion icon by the fashion world's favorite photographer. Limited to 1,500 copies, each numbered and signed by the artist. Within the fashion and entertainment industry, he received the Walpole Ward for services to the luxury industry (2009), [48] the Rodeo Drive Walk of Style Award (2005) [49] and the British Style Award (2003). [50] Mario Testino's work has been published extensively in leading fashion magazines and he has also released several photography books, including: Kate Moss by Mario Testino(iconic supermodel and renowned fashion photographer respectively) in all its shiny, plastic enormousness is a very basic volume. Its only text appears in two brief interview-based essays where each describes their relationship with the other. While there is clearly a great deal of respect between them and they are complimentary and kind, neither one is terribly fascinating — nor need they be, since this publication is all about the pictures.