Erwin Blumenfeld was a German-American photographer born on January 26, 1897, in Berlin, Germany. He is known for his innovative and experimental approach to fashion photography, which often included the use of distorted perspectives, multiple exposures, and other techniques. Blumenfeld's work has been featured in numerous magazines and publications, including Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, and Life. Some of his most famous works include "Girl with Negative," "Nude with Hands Up," and "Marilyn in New York." Blumenfeld died on July 4, 1969, in Rome, Italy.