Alasdair Mclellan
Alasdair McLellan, the British luminary behind the lens, crafts visuals that transcend the ordinary, capturing the zeitgeist on glossy magazine covers and towering city billboards alike. With a genesis in Doncaster, McLellan’s photographic odyssey took flight at the iconic i-D magazine, laying the groundwork for a career marked by an illustrious array of cover shots featuring the likes of Jourdan Dunn and Coco Rocha, as well as editorial masterpieces for the pages of British Vogue, GQ Style, WSJ, W, and Vogue Paris.
McLellan’s portfolio is a testament to his sought-after talent, boasting collaborations with fashion titans such as Miu Miu, Louis Vuitton, Burberry, Margaret Howell, Calvin Klein, Palace, and Supreme. His knack for marrying the art of constructed imagery with a sense of authenticity sets his work apart, capturing the essence of his subjects with a distinct, effortless elegance.
Venturing beyond the confines of fashion photography, McLellan has made significant inroads into the entertainment sphere. His portrait of Adele graced the cover of her 2015 chart-topping album, “25”, and he directed a captivating video trilogy for British band The xx in 2016.
McLellan is also an accomplished author, with his inaugural publication, “Ultimate Clothing Company” (2013), exploring the facets of modern British masculinity. This was followed by “Ceremony” (2016), a visual homage to the ceremonial troops of the British Army, and a collaborative project with Palace Skateboards, simply titled “Palace.”
His artistic contributions have been recognized with exhibitions at prestigious institutions such as the National Portrait Gallery and Phillips, solidifying his status as a visionary in contemporary photography.
In recent years, McLellan has continued to push the boundaries of visual storytelling, further cementing his position at the forefront of the industry. His ability to capture the fleeting moments and subtle nuances of human expression remains unmatched, making him a perennial figure in the ever-evolving landscape of photography.
