Legendary photographer David LaChapelle is back with a stunning new book from TASCHEN, “David LaChapelle: Lost and Found.” Good news: this two-volume art edition marks his first major release in a decade, giving fans a deeper look into the iconic images that have defined his career. The limited edition set includes three signed prints, making it a must-have for collectors and art lovers.
LaChapelle’s journey in photography is anything but ordinary. Lost + Found begins in the chaotic yet vibrant New York of the 1980s, where LaChapelle began his career under the mentorship of Andy Warhol at Interview magazine. From there, he carved out a unique place for himself in the fashion world with his unmistakable style that blended sexiness, celebrity culture and surrealism into one captivating package. His photographs are often both provocative and artful, and his work quickly became synonymous with pushing boundaries.
After stepping away from the spotlight in 2006, LaChapelle undertook a surprising move to Hawaii to rekindle her creative passions; this journey of personal and artistic rediscovery is chronicled in Good News, the set’s second volume. What followed was a blend of flamboyant consumer critique and deep spiritual exploration, showcasing LaChapelle’s ability to adapt while maintaining her unique voice.
As LaChapelle himself narrates throughout the volume, readers are offered an intimate glimpse into the mind of a photographer who has always been fascinated by both sophisticated sexuality and profound questions about human existence. In a press statement, LaChapelle described the project as a reflection of the evolution of his themes over the years. His work has been praised for its boldness and imagination, with the late fashion photographer Richard Avedon once commenting that LaChapelle had the potential to be the next René Magritte of Surrealist photography.
Containing over 300 never-before-seen photographs, Lost and Found. Good News takes readers on a visual journey through LaChapelle’s career, featuring images of pop culture icons such as 2Pac Shakur, Naomi Campbell, and countless others. The book captures his aesthetic evolution, from the raw energy of baroque to the sophisticated brilliance of pop.
Limited to 500 copies, each set is priced at $2,500 USD and is available exclusively through TASCHEN. In addition to the book, buyers will also receive three signed prints, making them a truly collectible piece of art history.
For those who have followed LaChapelle’s career over the past four decades, this release serves as a visual and thematic testament to his artistic legacy. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to his work, “Lost and Found. Good News” offers an unvarnished look into the life of a man whose photographs have shaped modern visual culture.
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