{"title":"Steven Klein","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteven Klein\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a captivating exploration of arts and culture through his striking visual narratives. His works, known for their bold and provocative style, blend photography and fashion to challenge conventional aesthetics and invite thoughtful reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect richly curated collections that showcase the intersection of creativity and cultural commentary, making Klein's books essential for anyone interested in contemporary visual arts and the dialogue between image and identity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"steven-klein-vogue-by-steven-klein-9781419784958","title":"Steven Klein Vogue","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e“Great fashion photography not only understands the beauty of clothing but also adds a twist that grabs the eye and sparks the imagination. With Steven Klein, you’ll give him a dress, and he’ll give you a girl with a dress with a robot in a garden. It’s clever, conceptual and ultimately lyrical.” —Anna Wintour\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eSteven Klein Vogue\u003c\/i\u003e is a collection of photographs commissioned by Anna Wintour for American\u003ci\u003e Vogue\u003c\/i\u003e, spanning from 2000 to 2019. The book traces the evolution of Klein’s visual language over nearly two decades, showcasing work defined by dark sensuality, psychological intensity, and cinematic staging. Models become characters in charged, often unsettling narratives that blur the line between fantasy and provocation. More than fashion imagery, these photographs construct worlds where power, control, and desire unfold theatrically.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Klein’s fashion photography is instantly recognizable for its bold fusion of glamour, eroticism, and psychological drama. His images push beyond traditional fashion spreads, often resembling film stills in their scale and tension. What sets him apart is his refusal to idealize—he creates work that seduces and unnerves, inviting viewers into immersive, often transgressive, visual experiences that challenge the conventions of beauty and luxury. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Nicki Minaj, Bjork, Alexander McQueen, and Karl Lagerfeld make memorable appearances, but the book ultimately belongs to Klein’s extraordinary cast of model-actresses—each one commanding the frame in his high-drama, tightly staged fantasies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288802803948,"sku":"9781419784958","price":170.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13617113482693.jpg?v=1770574865"},{"product_id":"steven-klein-by-steven-klein-9781838665555","title":"Steven Klein","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe first and only monograph on Klein, whose hyperreal and sexually charged images have captivated viewers for 30 years.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the fashion industry's most cunning provocateurs, photographer Steven Klein has created many of the most iconic images of our time. Klein's photographs blur the line between fiction and reality, resulting in stunning tableaux that only exist within his fantastical worlds. Although his images include some of the most photographed people in the world, they disappear into the narrative of Klein's imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book includes images originally published in magazines such as \u003cem\u003eInterview\u003c\/em\u003e, W, \u003cem\u003eVogue\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eVogue Italia\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eVogue Paris\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eVogue Hommes\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003ei-D\u003c\/em\u003e, among many others, and iconic faces such as those of Madonna, Brad Pitt, Kim Kardashian, Angelina Jolie, and Kanye West.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKlein has worked with notable clients including Balenciaga, Dolce \u0026amp; Gabbana, Tom Ford, Alexander McQueen, and Louis Vuitton. His work has also been exhibited at galleries and museums globally such as Deitch Projects, Gagosian Gallery, and the International Center of Photography, among others. Edited by author Mark Holborn, this first survey of Klein's work showcases his extravagant, hyperreal creations and illuminates his singular vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47428155113708,"sku":"9781838665555","price":320.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781838665555.jpg?v=1774767119"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/steven-klein.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}