Jean-Paul Goude
Jean-Paul Goude is a French photographer, art director, and illustrator. He is known for his diverse work which includes advertising, graphic design, and advertising film director. Jean-Paul Goude worked as an art director at Esquire magazine in New York during the 1970’s. In the early 1980’s Goude worked closely with American model-turned-pop-star, Grace Jones. Together they helped shaped Grace Jones’ into an American icon. They created two of her most celebrated album covers, ‘Island Life’ and ‘Nightclubbing’.’
‘Nightclubbing‘ has been widely regarded as one of the most iconic album of all time.
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Goude’s work is multi-faceted and includes many different styles and techniques, he adapts his aesthetics for each brand or personality he works with. Goude has contributed imagery to brands such as Chanel, Kenzo and Galeries Lafayette, among many others. His style is unmistakable, he is one of the most innovative photographers to date. Goude’s works are in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art in New York. He lives and works in Paris, France.
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