Linda Evangelista and Steven Meisel: An Iconic Duo Returns for WSJ Ahead of Book Release
Sept. 5, 2023 in Photography & Visuals by Julian Everett
The iconic partnership of photographer Steven Meisel and supermodel Linda Evangelista takes center stage again with a new series of black-and-white photographs featured in the Wall Street Journal. This artistic reunion coincides beautifully with the upcoming release of a book, "Linda Evangelista Photographed by Steven Meisel," set to be published by Phaidon on September 13th.
With a foreword penned by William Norwich, the book promises to be a comprehensive look at the collaboration between Evangelista and Meisel, spanning from 1987 to 2011. Containing more than 190 photographs, this tome serves as a testament to the unique creative chemistry that has long existed between these two titans of the fashion world.
The new WSJ photographs are not only a stunning addition to their long-standing collaboration but also serve as a smart marketing move to generate buzz ahead of the book's release. The monochrome captures are quintessential Meisel, featuring Evangelista in various high-fashion setups, and adding to the mythology of one of fashion's most enduring and dynamic duos.
As fans eagerly await the arrival of the Phaidon book, these new photographs offer both a teaser and a reminder of the unparalleled aesthetic that Meisel and Evangelista have consistently achieved over decades. They add yet another layer to a complex, deeply resonant body of work that continues to shape and influence the world of fashion photography.
It's clear that the release of "Linda Evangelista Photographed by Steven Meisel" will be a landmark event, not just for aficionados of fashion photography, but for anyone who appreciates the symbiotic relationship between muse and artist. The book promises to offer an in-depth look at this artistic alliance, solidifying its place in fashion history.
