Albert Watson

Albert Watson has made his mark as one of the world’s most successful photographers since he began his career in 1970, blending art, fashion and commercial photography. From portraits of Alfred Hitchcock and Steve Jobs, beauty shots of Kate Moss, to Las Vegas landscapes and still-life photographs of King Tutankhamen artifacts, Albert’s diversity and body of work are unparalleled. His striking photographs and hand-made prints are featured in galleries and museums around the globe, and are included in the permanent collections of the National Portrait Gallery in London and Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, among others. Albert has won numerous honours, including an Order of the British Empire (OBE) from Queen Elizabeth II for his contribution to the art of photography, and a lifetime achievement award from the Royal Photographic Society. Other awards include a Cartier Lifetime Achievement Award, Lucie Award, three Andys, a Der Steiger Award, and a Hasselblad Masters Award.