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By now you're probably familiar with Terry Richardson's steamy photos of models and actresses. Definitely a controversial figure, Richardson has been accused of inappropriate treatment of his subjects, but that hasn't stopped many models, celebrities, brands, and publications from wanting to work with him. One thing about the artist is for sure: the guy knows how to work a camera. Whether he's shooting for a major magazine like Vogue or informally in his New York studio, if Richardson is behind the camera, you can expect pure sexiness. From quirky images of Miranda Kerr to fierce photos of Rihanna, we bring you The Hottest Terry Richardson Photoshoots of 2013.
25. Liu Wen
24. Liu Wen
Brand: Espirit
Month: May
In this shoot Richardson photographs model Liu Wen for Espirit's spring/summer collection. Though the shoot wouldn't normally be classified as sexy, Richardson captures Wen's effortless natural beauty, and we can't tear our eyes away.
24. Barbara Palvin
16. Barbara Palvin
Location: Terry Richardson's Studio
Month: January
Richardson is a lucky man with super models casually dropping by his studio for impromptu photo shoots. Barbara Palvin is one of his many beautiful subjects. This shoot is simple, showing Palvin in a plain sweater, yet it perfectly captures the raw beauty that is making her one of the hottest young models in the game right now.
23. Sky Ferriera
23. Sky Ferriera
Location: Terry Richardson's Studio
Month: March
Richardson often photographs the young starlet Sky Ferriera. He has visited her at her home, and she frequents the photographer's New York studio. We have to admit that the two make a great team, and this shoot is no exception.
22. Hilary Rhoda
22. Hilary Rhoda
Publication: Vogue Paris
Month: June/July
Richardson shoots Hilary Rhoda in high contrast for Vogue Paris. The photos display a futuristic black-and-white theme. Richardson makes Rhoda look fresh for the summer of 2013.
21. Cara Delevingne
21. Cara Delevingne
Location: Terry Richardson's Studio
Month: May
In another shoot at Richardson's studio, Cara Delevinge poses for a simple but beautiful series of photos. Richardson photographs her in a t-shirt highlighting the natural beauty of her piercing eyes.
20. Jessie Andrews
20. Jessie Andrews
Publication: Purple Magazine
Month: April
Some of Richardson's most beautiful photos come from the luxurious Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles. These portraits of Jessie Andrews are no exception. The pair teamed up for Purple Magazine where Andrews pulls off the naive yet naughty look perfectly.
19. Alessandra Ambrosio
19. Alessandra Ambrosio
Location: Terry Richardson's Studio
Month: February
Alessandra Ambrosio has that signature tall, dark, and beautiful look. Richardson shoots the dark beauty in a white tank top and black underwear. Her outfit's simplicity doesn't outshine her natural features.
18. Anja Konstantinova
18. Anja Konstantinova
Brand: Silvian Heach
Month: January
Anja Konstantinova looks like she is ready for a night out on the town in this fashion shoot for Silvian Heach. Richardson contrasts the model's peroxide blonde with dark clothing, creating a striking series of pictures.
17. Karolina Kurkova
17. Karolina Kurkova
Location: Terry Richardson's Studio
Month: May
In this shoot at his studio, Richardson snaps Czech model Karolina Kurkova. Kurkova poses in all black with the photographer's glasses, and we can't deny that she looks great. Something about an all black outfit and blonde hair is hard to resist.
16. Barbara Palvin
16. Barbara Palvin
Location: Terry Richardson's Studio
Month: January
Palvin looks absolutely gorgeous in this series by Richardson. Her white bathrobe perfectly compliments the model's dark brown features. Richardson's uses the camera to create portraits filled with sexual tension.
15. Georgia May Jagger
15. Georgia May Jagger
Location: Terry Richardson's Studio
Month: May
It may be surprising that the daughter of Rolling Stones lead singer Mick Jagger, is so beautiful, but it's like Georgia May was made for the camera. In this shoot she stops by Richardson's studio, and the photos are just as stunning as we would expect.
14. Lady Gaga
14. Lady Gaga
Publication: Terry Richardson's Diary
Month: January
It is well known that Lady Gaga and Richardson share a close friendship. The two collaborated on a photography book and have worked together many times. Their friendship gives Richardson all-access to Gaga's personal life and here we see an intimate pair of photos of the singer in the bathtub.
13. Kate Moss
13. Kate Moss
Brand: Matchless
Month: June
Everyone wants to photograph Kate Moss. She has long been an an icon of modeling campaigns and can make virtually every product look sexy. Here she poses for Terry in a fall campaign for Matchless, allowing him to capture her as an alluring biker girl.
12. Equinox Fitness
12. Equinox Fitness
Brand: Equinox Fitness
Month: January
It seems like an interesting idea for a fitness company to hire the controversial Richardson for their spring ad campaign, but the images definitely work. Although the photos seemingly have nothing to do with fitness, we'd join this gym in a second.
11. Alessandra Ambrosio
11. Alessandra Ambrosio
Publication: Harper's Bazaar Brazil
Month: June
Alessandra Ambrosio looks stunning for Harper's Bazaar Brazil, modeling a vast collection of summer clothing. Terry's lighting plays up Ambrosio's dark features and makes for a beautiful spread.
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10. Barbara Palvin
10. Barbara Palvin
Location: Terry Richardson's Studio
Month: April
Richardson seems to be working with the young Hungarian model a lot in this year, and the result gets better and better every time. Here Palvin stops by Richardson's studio and the photographer works his magic behind the camera. The result is effortless sexiness.
9. Catherine McNeil
9. Catherine McNeil
Location: Unknown
Month: February
Catherine Mcneil poses for Richardson an anonymous tunnel, and she looks just looks fierce. Richardson perfectly captures her striking features, accentuated by her wet hair and the fur coat. Everything about these photos are impressive from set up to execution.
8. Brooke Candy
8. Brooke Candy
Location: Terry Richardson's Studio
Month: February
Brooke Candy definitely has a unique look, and in these shots, Richardson makes edgy look sexy. Candy's white outfit compliments her bleach blonde hair and her sexy poses allows Richardson to capture trashy-hot images.
7. Ashley Sky
7. Ashley Sky
Location: Terry Richardson's Studio
Month: March
This is definitely one of Richardson's most beautiful shoots this year. Ashley Sky gets down and dirty for the photographer, and these shots are just plain hot. Her black lingerie allows Richardson to create a dominatrix feel that makes these images irresitable.
6. Georgia May Jagger
6. Georgia May Jagger
Brand: H&M
Month: March
There's something sexy about a rock and roll, guitar-wielding gal, and Georgia May Jagger is no exception. Richardson showcases a bad ass vibe in this H&M spring campaign, letting Georgia May take a page out of her dad's book.
5. Doutzen Kroes
5. Doutzen Kroes
Brand: H&M
Month: May
In this ad campaign, Richardson photographs Dutch model Doutzen Kroes for H&M's spring collection. These shots make us want to escape to Kroes' island paradise. images via
4. Miranda Kerr
4. Miranda Kerr
Publication: Purple Magazine
Month: June
In this series of photos for Purple Magazine Richardson beautifully captures model Miranda Kerr, using numerous locations and outfits to create a quirky and futuristic shoot.
3. Selena Gomez
3. Selena Gomez
Publication: Harper's Bazaar
Month: March
It's shocking how Selena Gomez has matured since the Disney Chanel. After starring in Spring Breakers, the actress has said goodbye to her good-girl persona. Richardson's photos show Gomez looking all grown up for Harper's Bazaar.
2. Beyonce
2. Beyonce
Publication: GQ
Month: February
It's pretty difficult to make Beyonce not look beautiful. It seems like she's is always sexy yet elegant at the same time. Richardson shows Queen Bey as fun loving and fierce in this series for GQ.
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1. Rihanna
1. Rihanna
Publication: Rolling Stone
Month: February
This has to be one of Richardson's sexiest shoots of all time. Photographing a scantily clad Rihanna for Rolling Stone, Richardson perfectly captures Riri's bad girl persona. His photos do justice to the smoldering pop culture icon.