Photography is a powerful tool as it encourages me to immerse myself fully in the present moment. When I focus on capturing an image, my attention becomes attuned to the details of my surroundings, from the play of light and shadow to the intricacies of texture and form.
For me, this heightened awareness fosters a deep sense of connection with the world around me, grounding me in the here and now. Moreover, the act of composing a photograph requires patience and deliberation, prompting me to slow down and appreciate the beauty in the ordinary.
I started photography when I was 11 years old and fell in love with it. My first camera was a Zenith TTL made in USSR. As a teenager I spent all of my holidays in the Lake District UK. Unsurprisingly, the images that move me the most today are those of the Landscape.
Since 1996 I have lived in Sydney, I have a family and landscape photography isn’t as easily accessible or as attractive as the UK. However, street photography or as I like to call it urban photography is.
My philosophy
Work on Projects
Projects will give you direction, purpose, and will allow you to create a narrative or story.
Shoot a lot
When in doubt, click. Hesitation is one of the things that potentially kills a great street photograph.
Walk a lot
The only way you are going to capture great street photographs is to walk on the streets.
Accept that you will bin 99.9% of photos
Street Photography is a numbers game.
"Which of my photographs is my favourite? The one I’m going to take tomorrow" - Imogen Cunningham