Irving Penn
Photographer

Irving Penn Net Worth

Irving Penn was a renowned photographer born on June 16, 1917 in Plainfield, NJ. He was known for his stunning portraits of models and celebrities, including Martha Graham, Marcel Duchamp, Pablo Picasso, and Igor Stravinsky. His work earned him national acclaim and recognition.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day June 16, 1917
Birth Place Plainfield, NJ
Age 103 YEARS OLD
Died On Oct 7, 2009 (age 92)
Birth Sign Gemini

💰 Net worth: $360 Million (2024)

About

Photographer whose stunning portraits of Models and celebrities earned him national acclaim. Among his subjects were Martha Graham, Marcel Duchamp, Pablo Picasso, and Igor Stravinsky.

Before Fame

He initially intended to become a painter; however, a job designing cover photographs for Vogue magazine in the 1940s jumpstarted his career in photography.

Trivia

His photographs were characterized by the use of natural light and spare backgrounds.

Family Life

His wife, fashion model Lisa Fonssagrives, modeled for many of his best-known works. Their son Tom became a metal designer.

Associated With

His younger brother Arthur Penn directed "Bonnie and Clyde" and other films.

Some Irving Penn images

About the author

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