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The adornment of the body is a human need.

David LaChapelle

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David LaChapelle
Age: 61
Born: 1963
Born: March 11
Fashion Photographer
Film Director
Film Producer
Filmmaker
Music Video Director
Photographer
Video Artist
Fairfield
Connecticut
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For me, it's easier to like more things than to dislike them I'm not a critic in that sense. I find it easier to like more, to be more open and enjoy more things, which has given me more opportunities.
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I'll let criticism spoil breakfast, but I don't let it affect my lunch.
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I love fashion, beauty, glamour. It's the mark of civilisation.
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With mania, is it dangerous to ride that euphoric feeling. You feel very animated and creative I would fill journals with drawings. It feels good and you want it to last, but it can lead to being delusional. The delusions can be as real as you thinking you can fly.
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I never wanted to be famous. I always wanted to take famous photographs.
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I still go to church occasionally. I went the other day and found peace.
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