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Arthur Elgort is an American fashion photographer known for his innovative and influential work in the fashion industry. He was born on June 8, 1940, in Brooklyn, New York City [1]. Elgort's career began as a photo assistant to Gosta "Gus" Peterson, where he developed his natural shooting style [1]. He gained recognition in 1971 with his debut in British Vogue, which created a sensation in the fashion photography world [1].

Elgort's photography style is characterized by a casual and lively approach, often capturing movement and natural light. His work revolutionized fashion photography by liberating it from traditional studio settings [1]. He has worked for renowned magazines such as Vogue, Glamour, GQ, Rolling Stone, and Teen Vogue [1]. Elgort has also collaborated with fashion labels including Chanel, Valentino, and Yves Saint Laurent for advertising campaigns [1].

In addition to his photography, Elgort has made films such as "Texas Tenor: The Illinois Jacquet Story" and "Colorado Cowboy," which won the award for Best Cinematography at the Sundance Film Festival in 1994 [1].

Elgort's photographs are exhibited in prestigious institutions such as the International Center of Photography in New York, the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, and the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston [1]. He has received recognition for his contributions to the fashion industry, including winning the CFDA Board of Directors' Award in 2011 [1].