Ben Watts facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ben Watts
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| Born |
London, England
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| Alma mater | Sydney College of the Arts |
| Occupation | Photographer |
| Years active | 2000–present |
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| Relatives | Naomi Watts (sister) |
Benjamin Oliver Anthony Watts (born January 19, 1967) is a British photographer. He lives and works in New York City. Ben Watts is known for his amazing photos in many big fashion magazines. These include Elle, Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, and Vanity Fair.
Discovering Ben Watts, the Photographer
Ben Watts grew up in Australia. He went to the Sydney College of the Arts. This is where he started learning about photography. He began his career by helping other photographers. This helped him learn the ropes of the business.
His Photography Journey
In 1990, Ben Watts first visited New York City. He was very interested in the city's young people. He also loved the hip hop culture. He moved to New York around 1993.
His photos were shown in popular magazines like Vibe and Rolling Stone. He also took pictures for big companies. These included Nike, Reebok, and Gap.
Besides fashion magazines, Ben Watts has worked on many advertising campaigns. He has taken photos for Polo Ralph Lauren, Kodak, Sony Music, and Apple. His work helps these brands show off their products.
