Henning von Berg’s anniversary retrospective

In 1997, Henning von Berg started his artist career with a provocation. To this day, the former engineer maintained his penchant for architectural backdrops, whimsical group scenes and impertinent humour. HvB purposely loves to play with traditions and taboos.

Von Berg's work has been included in more than 400 publications, represented in numerous international exhibitions. Right in time for the 10-year-jubilee of his career as a photographer (1997-2007), a long overdue retrospective is published.

The monograph book is presenting 103 unique photos of males from all over the world. 72 young guys and mature men between 23 and 61 years of age, all skin colors and ethnics, various figure types, crazy themes, exotic locations – all spiced-up with a pinch of fun.

Henning von Berg's photographs became known worldwide in just three years. Several unique, eye-catching images elevated HvB Photography into a recognizable label with an international reputation.

After 13 years of working as an engineer, in 1997 at age 35, he changed his career and made his former hobby of photography into his new profession. Von Berg quickly gained attention by producing unusual group shoots. Coming from a very traditional family background, HvB often intentionally breaks taboos and rules to open new perspectives.

Outdoors sessions with natural sunlight are his specialty. He prefers to work with amateurs (male and female); his oldest model is a 108 y/o lady. He is dedicated to character portraits and fine art nudes. His favorite subjects are aristocrats and prostitutes, disabled people and athletes, babys and seniors, common folk and celebrities.

Meanwhile, the self-taught photographer can look back on four hundred publications on five continents. After exhibitions in galleries and museums, his works are also sold at fine art photography auctions.

The Tom Of Finland Foundation has invited him to be a co-curator for ToF exhibitions in selected European museums. In 2006 he was approached to join the team as a Foundation Liaison for Germany/Europe. In the same year, the Australian publisher Studio Magazines appointed him as Correspondent for the two high-profile magazines [Not Only] BLACK+WHITE (female/male nudes) and [Not Only] BLUE (male nudes). Several times, von Berg has been asked to be a judge for international photography competitions.

Today HvB is dividing his time between Berlin, Amsterdam and Hollywood. His artistic motto is: „Provocative photos for people who understand the fine difference between sexuality and sensuality!"®

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