Images That Captured My Preferences in 2017
In a reflective year marked by transition, acclaimed photographer Andrew shares his top ten photographs from 2017. The year saw a house move, the arrival of a baby boy named Alexander, and somewhat less travel compared to previous years.
The collection includes a captivating portrait of Annika Skoogh, a local singer whose performance Andrew was drawn to, and another image of blacksmith Katie Latham at work. One of Andrew's most cherished shots is a tender portrait of his wife, visibly pregnant, and a follow-up portrait after she gave birth, with Alexander photographed at just one month old.
Andrew's journey took an exciting turn in February when he embarked on a photography tour to Rajasthan with Matt Brandon. He also experimented with new techniques, such as using the Lensbaby Edge 50 lens to capture Mia, a contortionist, in a box during a photo shoot, and Yma, a dancer, with a unique tilt effect.
Andrew's top picks also include a street photography moment at a carnival parade in Dawlish. He encourages photographers to ask four essential questions when reviewing their photos: did they photograph any new subjects, use new gear, learn new skills, and set goals for the next year.
As he looks ahead to 2018, Andrew plans to travel more, hold one-day photography workshops, and learn new skills, such as using a drone and portable flash, and buying a macro lens for more close-up photography. He is also working on an ongoing project photographing craftspeople.
For those interested in learning from Andrew, he offers an opportunity to subscribe and receive a Lightroom Classic ebook and 47 PhotoTips cards. To delve deeper into Andrew's plans and goals for 2018, a visit to his website or a direct contact with him is recommended.
In 2018, Andrew plans to conduct one-day photography workshops to share his knowledge, with a focus on teaching the use of a macro lens for capturing detailed close-up images such as those found in home-and-garden settings. As his photography skills continue to evolve, he also aims to experiment with new techniques such as street photography, perhaps finding captivating moments like the one at a carnival parade in Dawlish.
