Story Behind the Still – Times Square NYC

more surprising secrets behind the still image as seen in Digital Photographer this month

Squirt – story of a stunt rider

It’s always nice to be recognised for your work.
Sometimes it takes a while.
This was the very first audio visual I shot and now that I know more technically I can think of plenty to criticise about it but, above all, it’s got heart and it makes me proud to think others agree.
Thanks to Photography Served for showcasing!!!!

evolution

a short film I made with contemporary dancer Marie Gabrielle Rotie after taking some stills on sunset.

As soon as I shot the stills I knew I wanted to shoot moving film and I think it’s hard, if not impossible, to do both in the same space of time. When I’m shooting stills I see the motion and want to capture it and when I’m shooting motion I see the still frames that flicker past my eye and are committed to the moving image format.
It’s a fascinating conflict of interests to be caught up in.

Just like me, Marie is inspired by light, energy and movement and our photo shoot led to an artistic collaboration of motion that was all shot in one totally improvised afternoon.
I know the importance of pre productuon and planning in making a short film and I’m all up for it but when you get the chance don’t let your instincts down – just go for your shots and set your creativity free.

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