I first saw this image, when I was walking home from work. As I passed by it, I immediately knew who it was.

He is an amazing photographer, with a somewhat checkered reputation. He is well known in the fashion world, with his signature look. Someone stuck in the 1970’s; big eyeglasses, plaid shirts, ever present “thumbs up” pose, topped off with a bit of edginess from his tattoo sleeved arms.  If you get a chance check out his photo blog, you get a sense of his personality and creativity.

photo Erin Baiano for The New York Times

all photos Terry Richardson, photo blog Terry’s Diary