Annie Leibovitz has been called the world's most celebrated and acclaimed female photographer of our time - and rightly so. She was the last person to professionally photograph John Lennon - he was shot and killed five hours later. She gained fame for her popular work for the Rolling Stone and Vanity Fair. In 2000, she was responsible for the Pirelli calendar. And in 2007, Leibovitz was asked by Queen Elizabeth II to take her picture.

From 20 February - 24 May 2009 an exhibition called "A Photographer's Life. 1990 - 2005", which includes 200 partly large-scale monochrome landscape shots, private family photos and black and white portraits by Annie Leibovitz, takes place at the C/O studio in Berlin. To coincide with the exhibition, C/O introduces the US american photographer in a discussion on 21 February, in which the photographer will provide insight into her work, personal experiences, and views.

Exhibition

Title: Annie Leibovitz . A Photographer's Life . 1990 - 2005
Dates: 21 February to 24 May 2009
Opening: 20 February 2009 / 7 pm

Lecture

Date and time: 21. February 2009 / 4 pm
Tickets: go on sale beginning 7 February 2009 directly at C/O Berlin
Reservations can't be taken.

Web: C/O Berlin

While you are there...

...you might also want to check out some other places that will probably interest you as a photographer, such as the Helmut Newton Foundation and the Camera Work gallery, both within walking distance from each other and both definitely worth a visit.

Nearby C/O Berlin is the historic area called the "Hack'schen Höfe", where you can find great restaurants, cafés, galleries, shops and much more. If you feel like having a relaxing drink afterwards, check out the Hudson Bar. And if you are looking for a unique experience for accommodation in Berlin, you simply must have a look at the Propeller Island City Lodge.