Nick Veasey (UK, b. 1962) lives and works in Kent, UK, creating his imagery primarily through radiography. By utilizing the unique penetrating power of the X-ray process, Veasey reveals what lies beneath the surface—uncovering the inner workings of his subjects and playfully exploring the hidden essence of objects and human desire. His work has gained international recognition, including imagery for the cover of TIME magazine, collaborations with Alexander McQueen (SS23), and contributions to the Victoria and Albert Museum’s exhibition Balenciaga: Shaping Fashion. He has had a major retrospective at Fotografiska Museum in Sweden—attended by both Swedish royalty and the Prince and Princess of Wales. Veasey's work is included in prestigious permanent collections and he has collaborated with global brands including Louis Vuitton, United Airlines, and Balenciaga. Early Life & Career Born in London in 1962, Veasey initially worked in the advertising and design industries before transitioning to conventional photography.He discovered his signature medium by accident when asked to X-ray a cola can for a TV show and subsequently X-rayed the shoes he was wearing. The positive response he received from an art director inspired him to pursue X-ray art. Artistic Approach & ThemesVeasey uses X-ray technology to create intricate, luminous images that expose the invisible interior of objects. His goal is to counter the superficiality and artifice of the modern world by revealing the fundamental composition of objects and organisms. His subjects are diverse, including flora, fauna, vehicles, and common objects like shoes, clothing, and typewriters. His work also carries a subversive commentary on the pervasive use of X-ray technology for security and surveillance in contemporary society. Career Highlights & RecognitionMuseums & Exhibitions: His work is held by institutions like the Victoria & Albert Museum and has been the subject of major retrospectives at Fotografiska in Stockholm and the Erarta Museum in Russia. Scale & Innovation: Veasey is known for pushing boundaries, having X-rayed objects on a massive scale, including a Boeing 777 jet and classic cars. Awards: He has received over 50 awards, including from IPA Lucie Awards, D&AD, and AOP. Publications & Media: Veasey has published two books, had his work featured in publications like National Geographic and Wired, and has appeared on television networks such as the BBC and Discovery Channel. Collaboration: He has also worked with prominent brands like Porsche, BMW, and Levi's. Process & Safety Veasey's work with X-rays is inherently dangerous, requiring rigorous safety measures.He operates from a custom-built, concrete-lined "black box" equipped with multiple X-ray machines and processors to safely create his large-scale works. Exhibitions2017: Fotografiska Museum, Stockholm, Sweden2017: Balenciaga: Shaping Fashion, V&A Museum, UK2015: Fort Wayne Museum of Art, The National: Best Contemporary Photography2012: Brucie Collections, Ukraine2010–2011: British Photography, V&A Museum, UK2008: XFUNS Gala 08 X = Secret, Museum of Contemporary Art, Taiwan2007: Nick Veasey X-Ray Mural, Logan Airport, USA2007: Nick Veasey X-Ray, Parker Technologies, USA CollectionsBMW Museum, München, GermanyDeutsche Post, Bonn, GermanyDeutches Roentgen Museum, GermanyMuseum Villa Rot, GermanyScience and Technology Museum, Milan, ItalyInvestec, London, UKNatural History Museum, TRING, UKNational Science and Media Museum, Yorkshire, UKVictoria & Albert Museum, London, UKAMOREPACIFIC Museum of Art, Gyeonggi-do, KoreaCrossfit, San Diego, CA, USAFort Wayne Museum of Art, Indianapolis, USAMASS MoCA, Massachusetts, USAMeeschaert Group, New York, USAMusée de Design et D’Arts Appliqués Contemporains (MUDAC), Lausanne, SwitzerlandMuseum of Contemporary Art, Taipei, TaiwanMuseum of Modern Art, San Francisco, USAParker Technologies, Cleveland, USASeabury Group, New York, USASwedish Museum of Photography, Sweden