Robert Erdmann
Robert Erdmann's passion for fashion and beauty ignited during his undergraduate studies in the history of photography at Princeton University, where he encountered the iconic work of Avedon. Following his academic pursuits, Erdmann immersed himself in the dynamic fashion industry, working across the vibrant cities of New York and Milan. His collaborations with renowned photographers, including Deborah Turbeville, Helmut Newton, Barry Lategan, Bill King, and Bruce Weber, solidified his position within the creative sphere.
Venturing independently to London, Erdmann's career gained momentum as he contributed to influential publications like I-D magazine, The Face, and British Vogue. The legendary Malcolm McLaren served as a significant mentor, granting him access to the thriving music scene. Erdmann's photographic prowess led him to capture iconic musicians such as Iggy Pop, Simply Red, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, David Bowie, and Morrissey. More recently, he has forged a collaborative partnership with the global superstar Beyoncé.
Relocating to Paris, Erdmann continued to excel in the realm of fashion, cultivating long-standing relationships with esteemed publications such as Vogue (Paris and British), ELLE (French and others), and Marie Claire (Italian and others). As his career evolved, Erdmann made the transition to Los Angeles, where he worked under contract for American Condé Nast titles (Vogue, Allure, Glamour, and GQ) as well as Time Warner. His extensive experience shooting covers instilled in him the confidence and ability to collaborate with prominent figures from the worlds of film, television, and music.
Venturing independently to London, Erdmann's career gained momentum as he contributed to influential publications like I-D magazine, The Face, and British Vogue. The legendary Malcolm McLaren served as a significant mentor, granting him access to the thriving music scene. Erdmann's photographic prowess led him to capture iconic musicians such as Iggy Pop, Simply Red, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, David Bowie, and Morrissey. More recently, he has forged a collaborative partnership with the global superstar Beyoncé.
Relocating to Paris, Erdmann continued to excel in the realm of fashion, cultivating long-standing relationships with esteemed publications such as Vogue (Paris and British), ELLE (French and others), and Marie Claire (Italian and others). As his career evolved, Erdmann made the transition to Los Angeles, where he worked under contract for American Condé Nast titles (Vogue, Allure, Glamour, and GQ) as well as Time Warner. His extensive experience shooting covers instilled in him the confidence and ability to collaborate with prominent figures from the worlds of film, television, and music.