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Elfie Semotan, Austrian Fashion Photographer, 1941–2026

Semotan was best known for her work with Helmut Lang, who she worked with for over two decades on collections and runway shows

The Art Journal11 June, 2026

The Austrian fashion photographer Elfie Semotan has died aged 84. Semotan was best known for her work with Helmut Lang, who she worked with for over two decades on collections and runway shows. She also produced various portraits of artworld figures, including Louise Bourgeois, Maria Lassnig, Daniel Richter and Christopher Wool.

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