Steven Meisel Honored as Master of Photography at Photo London 2026
The 11th edition of Photo London opened at Kensington Olympia's National Hall, featuring a revamped layout across two floors. Steven Meisel, this year's 'Master of Photography,' presents monumental black-and-white prints from his 1993 'Anglo-Saxon Attitude' series for British Vogue. Shot in London, Paris, and New York, the portraits capture figures like Isabella Blow, Stella Tennant, Bella Freud, and Plum Sykes, reflecting the post-recession 'Cool Britannia' era. Meisel collaborated with Isabella Blow, who introduced him to her social circle. The fair runs from May 14–17, 2026.
Key facts
- Photo London 2026 is the 11th edition.
- The fair is held at Kensington Olympia's National Hall.
- Steven Meisel is the 2026 'Master of Photography'.
- Meisel's series 'Anglo-Saxon Attitude' was shot in 1993 for British Vogue.
- The portraits include Isabella Blow, Stella Tennant, Bella Freud, and Plum Sykes.
- Meisel collaborated with Isabella Blow for the shoot.
- The series was shot in London, Paris, and New York.
- Photo London runs from May 14 to 17, 2026.
Entities
Artists
- Steven Meisel
- Isabella Blow
- Stella Tennant
- Bella Freud
- Plum Sykes
- Madonna
Institutions
- Photo London
- British Vogue
- Vogue Italia
- Kensington Olympia
- National Hall
- Somerset House
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom
- Paris
- France
- New York
- United States
- Kensington Olympia
- National Hall