hedi slimane, former head director of dior homme, has undoubtedly become one of the best photographers of our generation. opting for black and white pictures in a majority of the time, he has taken portraits of celebrities, models, and common folk that have become nothing less than iconic. slimane's success is eminently due to his ability to capture greatness out of simplicity. his work has been featured in various magazines including vogue hommes japan and vogue paris, both of which he's a recurring favorite. you can visit his photodiary here.