About Shawn Mortensen
Lived 1965 – 2009 (aged 43). Shawn Mortensen was an American photographer.
Shawn Mortensen (November 14, 1965—April 15, 2009) was an American art photographer and photojournalist. He was famous for his characteristic, and often-imitated, style.
His subjects included Keith Haring, the Beastie Boys, Biggie Smalls, Kate Moss, and the Sex Pistols.
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Who was Shawn Mortensen?
American photographer
When was Shawn Mortensen born?
Shawn Mortensen was born on 14 November 1965.
When did Shawn Mortensen die?
Shawn Mortensen died on 15 April 2009.
What was Shawn Mortensen's occupation?
Shawn Mortensen was a photographer.
What nationality was Shawn Mortensen?
Shawn Mortensen was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Shawn Mortensen. https://biography.guide/shawn-mortensen/
MLA: "Shawn Mortensen." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/shawn-mortensen/.
Chicago: "Shawn Mortensen." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/shawn-mortensen/.
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