TYLER SHIELDS
Tyler Shields is an American fine art photographer and visual artist celebrated for his bold, provocative, and cinematic imagery. Over the past decade, Shields has developed a distinctive style that blends fine art, fashion, and film, producing photographs that explore themes of beauty, chaos, power, and vulnerability. His work often challenges traditional perceptions of photography, pushing the boundaries of what is considered acceptable or beautiful.
Known for his meticulous approach and fearless concepts, Shields is deeply committed to the craft of analog photography, frequently shooting on vintage cameras such as the Hasselblad. By working with film rather than digital, he captures raw, unfiltered moments with a depth and authenticity that enhance his narrative-driven compositions.
Shields’ photographs have been exhibited in galleries and museums worldwide, attracting both critical acclaim and a dedicated collector base. From high-contrast silhouettes to lavish, surreal tableaus, each image reflects his mastery of lighting, composition, and storytelling. Today, Tyler Shields stands as one of the most recognizable contemporary photographers of his generation, continually redefining the possibilities of fine art photography.
Bardot
The Bunny in the Bed with Champagne
Match
Luke
The Girl in the Chanel Dress
Lamborghini Mechanic
Strawberry
Glitter Mouth II
Yellow Brick Road
Dress Silhouette
Phone Booth
Day Dreaming
The Creation of Color
Champagne Hands
Kodak
Gator Birkin II
Girls at the Beach
On the Road
Hand and Heel
The Couple Outside the Diner II
Lighter
Desert Legs
High Heel Plate
The Man in the Train Station
Bunny Smoke Silhouette
Ferrari Legs
Prologue
Breakfast at Tiffany's
Python Birkin III
Diner High Heels
Dorothy's Night Out
Hands On
Form
Statue by Tyler Shields
Flower Girl by Tyler Shields
High Heel Bite
The Peninsula
Scene 22
Casablanca
Champagne High Heel
Midnight in the City
For collectors of contemporary photography, Tyler Shields offers a rare combination of striking visual style, cultural relevance, and enduring value. Each work is typically produced in limited editions, signed and numbered by the artist, with edition sizes kept intentionally small to preserve exclusivity.
Shields’ commitment to analog processes ensures that every photograph carries the depth, texture, and authenticity that comes with traditional fine art photography. This attention to craft, paired with his cinematic compositions and provocative narratives, has made his work highly sought after by both new and established collectors.
Whether you’re drawn to the bold Silhouettes, the decadent Indulgence series, or the edge of his Provocateur series, acquiring a Tyler Shields print means owning a piece of contemporary photographic history. 1905 Contemporary offers a curated selection of available works, with worldwide shipping and custom framing options available.
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