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Flickr Testimonials - Batch 2.0
This week’s batch of Flickr testimonials highlight the next four photographers in my ever-increasing list. Writing about all of you is lots of fun, but it’s definitely keeping me busy.
Matt Simpson, come on down:
Matt’s work with his twin-lens Yashica is nothing short of astounding. He captures a sense of the West Coast in his photos that I’m only able to see in my mind’s eye. The man know his way around film cameras in a way that makes me strangely jealous.
We’ve been friends of friends for years, but have just recently met for the first time. I’m looking forward to seeing him on future Vancouver photowalks.
Ruckle Lane and Broken Down House, I choose you!
One of the newer faces in photography, Gary Tan:
Gary’s portraits and wilderness photos really jump out at me. His hyper-realistic fashion shoots show a tasteful control of light and are bursting with colour. His profile says he picked up his first SLR in March 2007 and in a few short months, he’s already rocketed well past his peers (including me).
I hadn’t seen any of Gary’s work prior to writing this, but now I definitely want to see more.
I was really impressed with his two portraits entitled Waiting by Broken Sconces and Mike.
I don’t know this man’s name, but I don’t need to. He shows a strong love for black and white photography and astronomy. While the photos in his account are sparse, he’s already beginning to show improvement in a short period of time.
I’m a sucker for a good graffiti photo and you can’t argue with a sexy eclipse, so I’ve chosen Steps to I Know Not Where and Lunar Eclipse.
I know Brian’s work best for his dark portraits of Halifax’s vibrant fetish community and his boots-on-the-ground protest shots from the local activist scene. His versatility always impresses me; this is a man who doesn’t get stuck in a photographic rut.
Brian runs a photography business, rental studio, and tons of other projects. All that and he still manages to show care in every click of the shutter. Brian inspires me to push myself further with my photography and accomplish more than I think I’m capable of.
Brian doesn’t use titles, only numbers; I’ve chosen 9 and 1.
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tokyowars Said,
September 7, 2007 @ 5:40 pm
Thanks! I hadn’t realised that I had no profile information - all fixed now! And when I get time I will certainly be returning the favour of a Flickr Testimonial…
Brandon Said,
September 8, 2007 @ 9:45 pm
This was such a great idea. I have just recently stumbled upon your blog and have added it to my NetVibes page to keep track of.
I am doing some mission work in Mariupol, Ukraine right now which provides some great opportunities for pictures, but I do feel some what limited with my point and shoot. After getting tired of borrowing nicer cameras, I’ve finally decided to do the DSLR upgrade when I get back to the states.
Anyway…great picks and great idea with the recommendations.
Matt Simpson Said,
September 9, 2007 @ 10:48 pm
Thanks dude! I’ll return the favour soonish.
Chris Hall Said,
September 10, 2007 @ 2:56 am
Thanks for taking the time to look at our photos and write up a testimonial. I’ll make an effort to write some for my contacts who comment on or fave my photos on a regular basis.