Mert and Marcus facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Mert Alaş
|
|
|---|---|
| Born | 1971 (age 53–54) |
| Occupation |
|
| Years active | 1994–present |
|
Marcus Piggott
|
|
|---|---|
| Born | 1971 (age 53–54) |
| Occupation |
|
| Years active | 1994–present |
Mert and Marcus is the name used by two famous fashion photographers, Mert Alaş and Marcus Piggott. They were both born in 1971 and work together as a team. They are known for their unique style. They were also among the first to use digital tools to change their photos.
Contents
How Mert and Marcus Started
Mert Alaş was born in Turkey. Marcus Piggott was born in Wales. They met in England in 1994. Before they met, Mert worked in classical music. Marcus worked in graphic design. Marcus was also an assistant photographer. Mert was a fashion photo model.
They decided to work together as a team. Their first photos were shown to Dazed and Confused. This is a fashion magazine in London. Their pictures were so good that they immediately made the cover!
Their Work in Fashion
Mert and Marcus have worked for many top magazines. These include Vogue, Vogue Paris, and Vogue Italia. They have also shot for Interview, Love, and W.
They have created images for many big fashion brands. Some of these are Dior, Louis Vuitton, and Fendi. They also worked with Missoni and Giorgio Armani. They have helped create ads for perfume companies too. These include Gucci, Yves St Laurent, and Lancôme.
Working with Celebrities
Mert and Marcus have photographed many famous people. They have worked with Madonna and Lady Gaga. Other stars include Julia Roberts and Rihanna. They also photographed Jennifer Lopez and Taylor Swift.
They have taken pictures of supermodels like Adriana Lima and Gisele Bündchen. They also worked with Cara Delevingne and Kendall Jenner. They even created album covers for singers like Fergie and Nicki Minaj. In 2002, they made the cover art for Rob Dougan's CD Furious Angels.
Awards and Recognition
In 2015, Mert and Marcus received a special award. They were given an Honorary Fellowship from the Royal Photographic Society. This is a big honor in photography. In 2018, they won another important award. It was the Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator.
