Why did you become a photographer?
I’ve
always been keen on visual expression and the media platform. What caught me
the most is the stillness of photography. For
me, it’s about constructing an image, one I
visualise and want to achieve.
What/who is your inspiration?
Daily
inspirations may differ but it’s a continual process - my office is filled with
notes, reminders, prints, books - all to keep me thinking and inspired on an everyday
basis.
Photographers
Paolo Roversi and designer Alexander McQueen inspire me.
One
can never confuse the image of Paolo Roversi, his signature style is
outstandingly authentic not to mention the precise lighting techniques he uses.
What fascinates me is the theatrical concept of his image – they’re relatable
images that make you think.
Alexander
McQueen has been my main source of inspiration for many years. I look at his
work as an art collector I guess - it’s uniqueness, personality. The specific
way he portrayed women and the attention to the silhouette, it’s all work of an
extremely fine artist.
I
don’t think I have the one best thing. It’s all about the different people and
characters they assume. The best thing is when I find a model who I can work
continuously with for various projects. Magical things can be achieved when
there’s a relationship and comfort between the photographer and the
model.
Any exciting work coming up?
Yes.
I have a personal editorial in the upcoming weeks at the Mallett gallery,
London. It’s an absolutely unique and breath-taking location and we’ll be shooting
high couture brands such as Chanel. Hair will be done by Stelios Chondros who
works with photographer Tim Walker.
I
try to do as many personal projects as I can. It’s always exiting when you’re
materialising your idea.
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