Art Auction - Arms Around the Child, Timed

Michael Thompson was born and raised in Washington State, where he was first introduced to photography at his father’s small portrait studio. He spent his summers working with his father, then, after graduating from high school, he earned a degree from the Brooks Institute of Photography. After completing his schooling, he moved to New York City and began assisting the legendary photographer, Irving Penn. Michael Thompson has since photographed models and celebrities for countless prestigious fashion magazines, including W, Details, Allure, Harper’s Bazaar, Vogue, Vanity Fair, GQ and The New York Times Magazine. Advertising clients are equally in demand for Michael Thompson’s time. He has shot many campaigns including PDN Award winner “I Am African” and has shot an impressive number of celebrities like JLo, Tom Cruise, George Clooney, Sarah Jessica Parker, Britney Spears, Jennifer Aniston, Cameron Diaz. He is currently working on a second book while living in New York.