Anton Corbijn: Favourite Darkness

Delve into the melancholic, introspective world of Corbijn's photography Unique perspective on celebrity through Corbijn's lens, offering a profound look beyond the surface into the essence of his subjects Includes Corbijn's iconic portraits of artists from the worlds of music, film, literature, art, and fashion, such as David Bowie, Miles Davis, Joy Division, Oasis, Arcade Fire, and Gerhard Richter Text in English and German This book analyses Anton Corbijn's diverse work through parameters such as image composition, structure, lighting, and viewer perspective, while also establishing references to art history. Artists in front of Corbijn's camera appear undisguised and authentic, often achieved by placing his subjects in unusual settings. Corbijn, who emphasises his desire "to be close to the creative people with the camera," creates a unique, recognisable tone in his work. His melancholic, dark images reveal the vulnerability and transience of humanity, offering a glimpse behind the celebrity facade.