anthony luke's not-just-another-photoblog Blog: Malkovich, Malkovich, Malkovich.~ Iconic Portraits with John Malkovich subbed in.

Tuesday, September 23, 2014

Malkovich, Malkovich, Malkovich.~ Iconic Portraits with John Malkovich subbed in.

At the age of sixteen, upon seeing the work of Irving Penn, Sandro Miller knew he wanted to become a photographer. (I totally get it, Penn is my favourite photographer) Mostly self-taught, Sandro relied on books published by many of the great artists canonized in photographic history. Through their pictures, he learned the art of composition, lighting and portraiture. More than 30 years later, with clients ranging from Forbes, GQ and Esquire, to American Express, Coca-Cola and BMW, Sandro has secured his place as one of the top advertising photographers worldwide.

In 2013, Sandro decided to do a project honoring the men and women whose photographs helped shape his career. After selecting thirty-five images to emulate, Sandro contacted Malkovich, who instantly agreed to participate. When speaking about Malkovich, Sandro states: “John is the most brilliant, prolific person I know. His genius is unparalleled. I can suggest a mood or an idea and within moments, he literally morphs into the character right in front of my eyes. He is so trusting of my work and our process… I’m truly blessed to have him as my friend and collaborator.” (via edelman gallery)

Andy Warhol / Self Portrait (Fright Wig) (1986) & 2014

Dorothea_Lange___Migrant_Mother,_Nipomo,_California_(date),_2014

Migrant Mother photograph by Dorothea Lange 1936 & 2014

Lange's original Migrant Mother photograph.

Albert Watson / Alfred Hitchcock with Goose (1973) & 2014

"John is the most brilliant, prolific person I know. His genius is unparalleled. I can suggest a mood or an idea and within moments, he literally morphs into the character right in front of my eyes. He is so trusting of my work and our process… I’m truly blessed to have him as my friend and collaborator." ~ Sandro Miller