NEW ZEALAND ISSUE 367 Oct 2012

Chris Lewis’s technical precision, natural aptitude for process and flair for lighting converge in his polished, immaculate images. But it’s not all about technique for this specialist in automotive, marine and aviation photography. He has always had a passion for cars and this distinguishes his evocative images.

His technical side flourished in an early role working in electron microscopy at the Auckland Medical School before he switched lenses to seek inspiration in a more creative way. He gained his photographic grounding in a commercial studio where he worked in the dark room before becoming a photographer’s assistant. He now gets great pleasure helping upcoming photographers on their path.

What gets him excited? A good dusting of snow on the ski fields and when he has set up a shot and the light comes right – when the magic happens.

Chris is represented by The Collective Force.