Back from London since last night, a little bit later than expected, due to Eurostar… but eventually we got back!
As I went to London to accompany my girlfriend, who was attending a make-up masterclass, I had 4 days completely free to do the things I like… have a walk in the sun, make some nice pics, have a drink… just relax! The life I could get used to!
Well, as this was nice already, I decided to give it a little extra… I asked a colleague photographer to meet and have a chat about our big love: photography. Good idea… but where to start in the selection? Well, for me it was quite easy. I follow some photographers on Twitter and their blogs and I can assure you, there are only a few in London who’s work I really like! So, after writing a mail to one of them, I got a surprisingly quick and positive reaction back! Woohoo… me happy! Kjrsten Madsen found it a nice idea to have a coffee and talk about our mutual passion: photography.
Kjrsten is a photographer who came from Portland (USA) to London this year and she works 100% on film. After trying the digital world, she decided to go back where she came from and was happy with: film! And talking to her, you can see that she is really happy with what she is doing now!
By moving from Portland to London, it was a big move…not only in miles… but also in culture, climate, habits, etc. But after being a while in London now, she seems to be doing very well!
We both shared some of our experiences with clients, camera’s, commercial stuff,… without knowing time flew by. I can say that it was really nice to see how colleagues from abroad think, work and try to give the best of themselves for their clients! For my part, I really learned a few important things from the conversation and got to know a good and very kind photographer… so yes: mission accomplished!
At the end… she came up with a scary surprise… she wanted me to pose for her… ouch! A photographer posing! I usually don’t like it, but she could make me feel at ease without much of a problem…. so yes: another extra! I didn’t see the picture yet, but I’m quite sure that it will be one of the best I had until now!
If you’re in London and looking for an inspiring photographer… one good advice: take a look at Kjrsten’s work. it will be worth it!
