Nick Knight is a celebrated fashion image-maker and director of the pioneering platform SHOWstudio, distinguished for his groundbreaking and innovative contributions to the industry, which have consistently pushed the boundaries of conventional notions of beauty and aesthetics. His impressive body of work has been characterized by his bold and daring approach to fashion photography, as well as his visionary collaborations with some of the most talented and influential designers of our time.
Notable figure, Knight has persistently challenged conventional norms of artistic expression, collaborating with an impressive array of esteemed clients, comprising the likes of renowned fashion houses such as Christian Dior, Tom Ford, Lancôme, Swarovski, Levi Strauss, Calvin Klein, and Yves Saint Laurent, as well as prominent publications, including leading fashion magazines like W, British Vogue, Paris Vogue, Dazed & Confused, AnOther, Another Man, and i-D, throughout his illustrious career.
Knight's impressive portfolio comprises a trio of photographically-driven publications, namely Skinheads (1982),Nicknight (1995),Nick Knight (2009),and Flora (2014),a visually stunning collection of flower-based images that have garnered widespread acclaim.
His work has been showcased at an array of esteemed institutions globally, including the Victoria & Albert Museum, a world-renowned repository of art and design; the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, a premier destination for the finest in decorative arts; the Saatchi Gallery, a pioneering force in contemporary art; The Photographers' Gallery, a leading authority on the medium; The Metropolitan Museum of Art, one of the world's most comprehensive art museums; and Hayward Gallery, a renowned institution dedicated to showcasing innovative and thought-provoking art.
In this way, Knight's photographic expertise has been celebrated and appreciated by audiences worldwide, solidifying his position as a prominent figure in the world of photography.
Notable beyond his photography pursuits, Martin Knight has also created a lasting installation, aptly titled "Plant Power", which was permanently exhibited at the prestigious Natural History Museum in London, dating back to the year 1997.
Furthermore, Knight has showcased his initial significant still life exhibition, "Roses", at the renowned Albion Barn in Oxford, spanning across the years 2019-2020.
Moreover, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the world of photography, Knight was bestowed the esteemed Master of Photography Prize by Photo London in the year 2022.
Nick Knight's unwavering commitment to pioneering fresh ideas and pushing the boundaries of creative expression has culminated in the establishment of SHOWstudio in the year 2000, a groundbreaking fashion website that has profoundly impacted the manner in which fashion is showcased and appreciated.
