Patrick Demarchelier facts for kids
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Patrick Demarchelier
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Demarchelier in 2010
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| Born | 21 August 1943 Le Havre, France
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| Died | 31 March 2022 (aged 78) |
| Occupation | Photographer |
| Years active | 1975–2022 |
Patrick Demarchelier (born August 21, 1943 – died March 31, 2022) was a famous French fashion photographer. He was known around the world for his amazing pictures. Many people remember him for the special photos he took of Princess Diana. These pictures helped show her as a kind and friendly person to the public.
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Patrick Demarchelier's Early Life
Patrick Demarchelier was born near Paris, France, in 1943. He grew up in Le Havre, a city in Normandy. He lived there with his mother and four brothers. When he turned seventeen, his stepfather gave him his first camera. It was an Eastman Kodak camera. Patrick quickly learned how to use it. He taught himself to develop film and fix photos. Soon, he started taking pictures of his friends and family. He also photographed weddings.
Becoming a Fashion Photographer
In 1975, Patrick Demarchelier moved from Paris to New York City. He went there to be with his girlfriend. In New York, he discovered the world of fashion photography. He worked as a freelance photographer. This meant he worked for himself. He learned from other famous photographers. Some of these included Henri Cartier-Bresson.
His work quickly caught the eye of big magazines. These included Elle and Marie Claire. He also worked for 20 Ans Magazine.
Working with Top Magazines and Brands
Later, Patrick Demarchelier started working for Vogue. He also worked for Harper's Bazaar. His work with Harper's Bazaar began in 1992. This partnership lasted for 12 years.
He created advertising campaigns for many well-known brands. These included Dior, Louis Vuitton, and Chanel. He also worked with Donna Karan and Yves Saint Laurent. Other brands were Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, and Ralph Lauren.
Since the late 1970s, he photographed covers for almost every major fashion magazine. This included the American, British, and Paris versions of Vogue. He also shot covers for Rolling Stone, Glamour, and Life.
Famous Photos and Collaborations
Patrick Demarchelier photographed many famous advertising campaigns. In 1978, he shot an ad for Farrah Fawcett shampoo. He also photographed the Brooke Shields doll in 1982. He worked with Giorgio Armani and Gianni Versace. He also took pictures for beauty brands like L'Oréal and Revlon.
He was the main photographer for a book called On Your Own. This book was a beauty and lifestyle guide for young women. It was written by Brooke Shields.
Patrick Demarchelier also helped many make-up artists become famous. These included Laura Mercier and Pat McGrath.
Demarchelier in Pop Culture
Patrick Demarchelier is even mentioned in movies. In the 2006 film The Devil Wears Prada, his name comes up. The tough boss, Miranda Priestly, asks if "Demarchelier confirmed?" This shows how important he was in the fashion world.
He also appeared in a documentary called The September Issue. This film was about Anna Wintour. She is the editor of American Vogue. In the film, Patrick was called to take last-minute photos.
In 2007, the French Minister of Culture honored Patrick Demarchelier. He was given an award called Officer in l'ordre des Arts et des Lettres. This award recognizes important artists.
See also
In Spanish: Patrick Demarchelier para niños
