All artworks by Wolfgang Tillmans
Recognition
The Artist was highlighted in an article in ArtMajeur Magazine
Biography
Wolfgang Tillmans (born August 16, 1968) is a renowned German photographer celebrated for his innovative and varied body of work, characterized by a keen observation of his environment and a deep exploration of the nature of photography. Tillmans made history as the first photographer and the first non-British person to win the prestigious Turner Prize. His work has been showcased in major retrospectives at leading institutions such as the Museum of Modern Art, Tate Modern, and Moderna Museet. In 2023, Time recognized him as one of the world’s most influential people.
Born in Remscheid, Germany, Tillmans was influenced early on by artists like Gerhard Richter and Andy Warhol during visits to museums in Düsseldorf and Cologne. His passion for photography deepened during his time as an exchange student in England, where he became fascinated by the local youth culture. Tillmans studied at Bournemouth and Poole College of Art and Design from 1990 to 1992 and began his career with exhibitions in Hamburg.
Throughout his career, Tillmans has lived in various cities, including London and New York, and has maintained studios in Berlin and London since 2007. His artistic practice has included everything from intimate portraits and still lifes to abstract and installation-based works, solidifying his legacy as a transformative figure in contemporary photography.
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Nationality:
GERMANY
- Date of birth : 1968
- Artistic domains: No artwork available yet
- Groups: Contemporary German Artists