Albert Watson. Kaos Limited Edition

Albert Watson. Kaos Limited Edition

TASCHEN Publishing

Watson's Wonders: The Ultimate Edition of the Great Albert Watson Retrospective

What makes Albert Watson one of the most influential and sought-after photographers of our time? For over five decades, his iconic portraits of stars, politicians, film legends, music icons, and royalty have shaped the visual memory of popular culture. His ability to capture people, places, and moods with technical brilliance, profound psychological insight, and cinematic intensity has made him a unique voice in modern photography.

KAOS presents a comprehensive overview of Watson's work, showcasing the enormous breadth of his output – from fashion and advertising photography to impressive landscape shots and dramatic portraits full of tension, expression, and emotional power. This limited edition, numbered and signed by Albert Watson, offers exclusive insights into his life's work and celebrates the extraordinary career of a true master of his craft.

The contents – a monumental image archive

• Extensive retrospective spanning almost five decades of photography
• Portraits of international icons: models, musicians, film stars, royals
• Fashion photography, landscapes, nudes, urban scenes & experimental visual language
• Rare archival materials and personal Polaroids from Watson's private archive
• Essay by Philippe Garner on Watson's career and influence
• Artful productions full of depth, detail and emotional dynamics
• Exclusive Collector's Edition, signed & numbered (Nos. 201–1,200)
• Presented in a high-quality slipcase with imitation chimpanzee fur

The photographer

Albert Watson (born 1942 in Scotland) is one of the most important photographers of our time. His striking work has graced over 100 Vogue covers and numerous covers of renowned magazines worldwide, including Rolling Stone and Time .

Watson photographed for international brands such as Prada , Revlon , Levi’s , Chanel , and GAP , creating legendary advertising campaigns. He achieved worldwide fame in 1973 with his famous portrait of Alfred Hitchcock holding a plucked goose—one of the most iconic works of his career. His visual language, characterized by precision, character studies, and cinematic drama, makes him a key figure in modern photography.

Details about the edition:

• Dimensions: 37.2 × 50 cm
• Pages: 408
• Language: Multilingual (German, English, French)
• ISBN: 978-3-8365-2492-6
• Limited edition: 1,000 copies (Nos. 201–1,200), signed & numbered
• Hardcover in slipcase with imitation chimpanzee fur

An exceptional collector's item for photography enthusiasts, lovers of iconic portraits and all those who appreciate the extraordinary visual world of Albert Watson.