Barr, Neal (1932-)
Dates
- Existence: 1932-
Biography
Neal Barr is a photographer who rose to prominence in the 1960s after working as Ray Kellman and Irving Penn's assistant. Barr opened his own photography studio in New York City in 1962 focusing on fashion and commercial advertising. Between 1966 and 1974, Barr was a contributing photographer to Harper's Bazaar and his commercial clients included Christian Dior, Halston, Bergdorf Goodman, Lord & Taylor, Bloomingdale's and various cosmetics companies. Barr is a collector of vintage fashion of the 1920s and his fashion photography is represented by Staley Wise Gallery in New York City.