Perry Curties has been a Photographer for 15 years and has worked featured in magazines such as Arena, BLVD, GQ, Italian Vanity Fair and Project Magazine to name a few!. He also is the editor and co-founder of 125 Magazine and associate lecturer at London College of Fashion.
What made you choose Photography as a career?
Because I can't paint or draw.
What is your career highlight so far?
Every time I see a billboard with my picture on it.
Your Burka shoot seems quite risqué! Was there any backlash because of it?
None at all, it's the most republished thing I've ever shot.
As a lecturer do you feel it is necessary to do a degree? or is it just as okay to go out and learn it without the safety blanket of university?
University teaches skills other than just the subject you're meant to be learning but there's nothing wrong with learning on the job. The 2 methods probably create 2 different types of photographer.
Do you think assisting is a must to become a successful Fashion Photographer?
Yes.
Who are your personal Photography Heroes?
Constantly changing.
What do you wish you knew before going into this Industry?
How much money it would cost to get set up and working and how long it takes to become an overnight success.
Do you have any helpful tips for budding Fashion Photographers trying to break into the Industry?
Assist (good people) for as long as possible, minimum 5 years.
Describe working in the Industry in 3 words
Tough, creative and social
What are your plans for the future?
Top secret.
Interviews posted on tallboyblog.blogspot.com every Wednesday!
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