Category Archives: Inspiration

Inspiration : Helmut Newton

Helmut Newton once said, “Some people`s photography is an art. Mine is not. If they happen to be exhibited in a gallery or a museum, that`s fine. But that`s not why I do them. I`m a gun for hire.” To … Continue reading

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Nothing is Impossible

I went for a meeting a couple of weeks ago at Saatchi & Saatchi about a shoot. On the way in I noticed this on the steps into the building… something I’d forgotten! As creative people we’re always reaching for … Continue reading

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Inspiration : Richard Avedon

Whenever people ask me who my biggest photographic inspiration is, I’ve never hesitated with my answer. Richard Avedon is such a massive influence on what I do. I dream of shooting the types of people he shot, for the people he … Continue reading

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Free Photography Will Save the World — and Nine Other Myths

I saw this on Black Star Rising and thought I would share it as I think Paul Melcher makes some interesting points… In our changing world of photography, the myths and misconceptions abound. Here are 10 that come to mind: … Continue reading

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Making the web work for you

Chase Jarvis recently posted up a video on his blog from a seminar in Dubai where he, David Hobby (Strobist), and David Nightingale (Chromasia) talk about the importance of blogging. Check out the full post here

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