Brigitte Lacombe facts for kids

Brigitte Lacombe was born on December 23, 1950, in Alès, France. She is a talented American photographer who lives and works in New York City. Brigitte is well-known for her special way of taking pictures, especially portraits of people. Her photos have appeared in many popular magazines.

In May 2009, Brigitte Lacombe released a book called "Lacombe anima/persona." This book was a collection of her amazing photographs taken between 1975 and 2008. You might have seen her work in magazines like Vanity Fair, Glamour, The New Yorker, and GQ.

Becoming a Photographer

Brigitte Lacombe started her journey into photography at a young age. When she was just seventeen, she left school to follow her passion. She began working as an apprentice at a black and white photo lab for Elle magazine in Paris. This was a great way for her to learn the basics of photography.

First Big Assignment

Her first important job as a photographer was at the 1975 Cannes Film Festival. This famous festival takes place every year in France. It was there that Brigitte met two well-known actors, Dustin Hoffman and Donald Sutherland. This meeting helped her start photographing on movie sets.

Brigitte's Unique Photography Style

Brigitte Lacombe is famous for her special way of taking portraits. She likes to keep things simple and real. She often says that she tries to make the photo shoot as "bare as possible." This means she doesn't use a lot of fancy equipment or complicated setups.

Capturing Real Moments

Her goal is to show people just as they are. She wants the person in front of her camera to feel comfortable and be themselves. Brigitte creates a quiet and close space for her photo shoots. She works one-on-one with people. She believes that photography is a team effort. She asks the person she is photographing to work with her. It's not just her telling them what to do. It's about sharing and creating something together.

Working on Film Sets

After her experience at the Cannes Film Festival, Brigitte Lacombe began working on many movie sets. She has photographed the making of films for famous directors. Some of these directors include Sam Mendes, David Mamet, and Martin Scorsese. Her work on film sets allows her to capture candid moments and the true spirit of filmmaking.

External links

• Brigitte Lacombe, mini-biography and a conversation on the Charlie Rose Show.

See also

In Spanish: Brigitte Lacombe para niños