Robert Michael Mapplethorpe (/ ˈmeɪpəlˌθɔːrp / MAY-pəl-thorp; November 4, 1946 – March 9, 1989) was an American photographer, best known for his black-and-white photographs. His work featured an …

The Mapplethorpe Foundation celebrates the works of Robert Mapplethorpe through exhibitions, collections, and resources.

Robert Mapplethorpe is best known for his powerful black-and-white portraits and self-portraits. His photographs both challenge us and present us with images of classical beauty. Using …

Mapplethorpe: Directed by Ondi Timoner. With Matt Smith, Marianne Rendón, John Benjamin Hickey, Brandon Sklenar. A look at the life of photographer Robert Mapplethorpe from his rise to fame in the …

Mapplethorpe is a 2018 American biographical drama film written and directed by Ondi Timoner about the life of photographer Robert Mapplethorpe. [1] Shooting began on July 11, 2017, in New York City …

Today, Mapplethorpe is represented by galleries in North and South America, Europe and Asia and his work can be found in the collections of major museums around the world. Beyond the art historical …

Robert Mapplethorpe was an American photographer who was noted for austere photographs of flowers, celebrities, and male nudes.

Jan 9, 2026 · Patti Smith recalled her final memories of longtime friend Robert Mapplethorpe being a "blessing" "Robert, he had so much work, so many visions, so much to do, so much capability. And …

Robert Mapplethorpe, Bob Heimall, Arista Records Album cover for Patti Smith, Horses 1975 Robert Mapplethorpe Arm (Self-Portrait) 1976 Robert Mapplethorpe Arnold Schwartzenegger 1976 Robert …

Robert Mapplethorpe was an American photographer known for his black-and-white portraits and for documenting New York’s S&M scene. He was concerned with Classical aspects of beauty, whether …