Born in France in 1949. He began his career in London as a disc jockey and composer. He later worked in Paris as an art director in an advertising agency. Later, he approached the world of art and photography working as an independent photographer and director of video clips and commercials. His shots appear in various fashion and design magazines.
He has photographed many contemporary music, film and fashion celebrities, made many album covers and directed music videos for world-renowned artists.
The 2003 calendar is signed by Mondino. The concept of Italianness fused with cosmopolitanism is in the brand slogan “Espress Yourself” and the crested subject, which emphasises all the vitality, irony and, above all, the glamour of the brand. Jean-Baptiste Mondino’s shots appear in various magazines such as Vogue, Numero, The Face, Arena, Vanity Fair and Interview. He has photographed many celebrities of contemporary music, film and fashion.