people & lifestyle photography Sep 2010

Fraser Clements' sense of humour is evident in much of his work and he is especially adept at placing subjects in strange environments to create an unusual point of view or add a touch of quirky fun.

He is currently one of the industry's most sought-after creative photographers working across people, landscape and lifestyle photography shooting major campaigns for clients worldwide. His work has received numerous awards and has appeared in a number of international showcases, including Campaign Brief, Lurzer's Archive and Communication Arts.

Visit his website for more information.

Born in Blackpool in the north of England, Gary Salter studied graphics and photography in Liverpool before moving to London where he is currently based. He produces bold images with a distinctive and unique photographic style and quirky sense of humour.

His work receives critical acclaim both in the UK and internationally. In 2009 Gary received awards from the Association of Photographers for his personal ‘Trainspotting’ series, a D&AD for work completed for Think road safety, a Scottish advertising awards for his recent Bulmers campaign, and an Altpic award for his personal ‘Water Polo’ project.

More recently, Gary has been commissioned for several moving image projects for clients including Absolute Radio and Giffgaff, among others.

Recent Clients: Giffgaff, Pimms, Capri Sun, Shreddies, Uncle Bens, Bulmers, Volvic, Absolute Radio, Philips, Sony Ericsson, Frank, PG Tips, Finlandia, Windex, Ruffles, Nivea, Vodaphone, Airmiles and Fosters.

Over a critically acclaimed 25-year career, Marcus Lyon has built a significant reputation shooting an array of art and advertising projects. Commercially, he has a wealth of experience shooting campaigns for the healthcare, fashion and design industries.

His portrait work is particularly well known with commissions to photograph individuals as diverse as Michael Gambon, Kelly Holmes and Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. His artworks are held in many private and international collections and he regularly exhibits in the UK and abroad.

Marcus’ many years of experience coupled with a confident but laid-back manner help create powerful, natural and effective images.

His shoots are fully produced by his team at the Glassworks, a full service studio, digital darkroom and gallery in central London run by Eleanor Stourton and Paul Cochrane. For more information contact the Glassworks team on + 44 (0) 207 735 9933.

Recently signed by Sue Allatt Represents in London, John Christenson is excited about the opportunity to be shooting new campaigns for UK and European clients.

John's outstanding talent is in the people and lifestyle market where he captures a unique style and freshness in his images. Loll Designs has just commissioned him to shoot its latest campaign, while recent work has included Levi's, Sony, Panasonic, Allianz and Prince & Frank.

Visit John's personal website to see more of his work.

Kerry Harrison is a people photographer for advertising and design agencies.  His enthusiastic approach towards fulfilling briefs has led to a wide range of commissions.  

Drawing from a wealth of photography knowledge, Kerry’s work is natural, alive and engaging. Often using nothing more than natural light, his approach is fluid and able to adjust to changing conditions.

This year has seen Kerry shooting for Haagen Dazs, npower, NHS Direct, Lloyds TSB, Drapers Magazine, British Cycling and Yorkshire Forward.

Matt Wain's images have a natural, documentary style. He makes concepts a reality.

Matt and his team are adept at studio and location productions involving complex logistics that are accomplished with flexibility and good humour.

His current personal project is 'Life on the Edge', a study of how we live and affect our environment. Visit his website for more information.

London-based photographer Michael Heffernan has 23 years experience shooting on location worldwide for a diverse range of clients. He produces images that are spontaneous and natural. Michael photographs models as well as real people in their work or leisure environments and works with a highly experienced production team.

This year Michael has been a nominee in two internationally recognised photography competitions - The International Color Awards and The Art of Photography show. Both nominations were for images from his personal work shot in Rio de Janeiro which can be seen on his website.

Director and photographer Stewart Cohen is known for his boundless energy in capturing the spirit of the people he shoots. A recent client commented, “His good humour is evidenced in the work he produces and helps create a great atmosphere on set.”

Shooting both stills and motion gives Stewart the ability to maintain continuity across his clients’ message. His skill set is now being utilized in interesting ways in the emerging world of interactive technology.

Stewart is represented by Bernstein & Andriulli - (1) 212 682 1490. Visit his website for more information.

Born in Istanbul in 1978, Yagmur Kizilok began his career as a photographer after a trip to Florence at the age of 15. He lives and works in Istanbul and often travels for jobs to different cities around Europe.

He studied Visual Communication and Design at Bilgi University and worked with the PPR Turk photography agency between 2004 and 2008. He received the Sisley Europe Young Talent Award in 2005 and regularly exhibits his work.

Email him for more information.