Martin Schoeller, the New York based photographer best known for his tight portraits or “Close Up” series, remains at the forefront of the photographic community.

Working on both commercial and personal projects, Martin continues to produce masterful portraits that have gained recognition for their strong visual impact. A talented photographer and humble man, Martin’s career has evolved from unassuming beginnings. After high school, a friend urged him to apply for photography school in Germany. Of 800 applicants, Martin was one of forty students accepted and after graduation, moved to New York City to pursue his photographic career.

In 1999, Martin was named one of three contracted photographers at The New Yorker and, while continuing to shoot for them and other major publications, he has also been pursuing his own photographic interests. Martin is represented for fine art by Hasted Kraeutler Gallery in New York, Ace Gallery in Los Angeles and Camera Work in Germany. Martin’s portraits are exhibited and collected internationally, appearing in solo exhibitions in Europe and U.S., as well as part of the permanent collection of the National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC.

Martin’s work has appeared in Rolling Stone, GQ, Esquire, Entertainment Weekly, and W, among others. He has also completed major advertising campaigns ranging from pharmaceuticals, cars, and entertainment. Most recent campaigns include: HTC, A&E, Lexus, Mercedes Benz, CNN, and Milk.