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Joseph SInclair - Confessions of a Fashion Photographer

Joseph Sinclair has photographed some of the world's biggest pop icons such as JLS, Michelle Williams from Destiny's Child and Kimberly Wyatt from the Pussy Cat Dolls. He also lensed some of the industries most in demand male models. One thing that is common to all his photos is how he manages to bring out the true essence of his subjects. His photos are not only glamorous and beautiful but they possess a striking quality that entices viewers. Beauty Confessional had the pleasure of having him answer some of our questions about his upcoming book projects, his inspirations and the art of photography.

1. What led you to become a photographer?

I'd always been interested in photography and film since I was very young. I actually first starting shooting movies on my Nan's Super 8 camera, I was fascinated by capturing people on film. I still shoot Super 8 now, I love the vintage look created from film. I then started shooting headshots for actors, and model comp cards, some celebrities and it built up from there.

2. Are there any artists who you admire/ who are your influences?
Absolutely, my biggest influence is Bruce Weber, I've always been a huge fan of his work. I love his films too; Chop Suey is one of my favorites of all time. He captures beauty in everyone he shoots. I'm also a huge fan of David LaChappelle, Terry Richardson, Guy Bourdin, Rankin, Herb Ritts, Peter Lindbergh, Greg Gorman and Sante D'Orazio.

3. Describe your most memorable shoot?

There are several shoots that are memorable. Shooting Pussycat Doll, Kimberly Wyatt at the Sanctum Hotel is probably my favorite shoot to date!! We just hung out in the hotel room and shot some photos, very old school and relaxed. Just the creative team, no pressure from art directors or editors so we just played around with ideas, and got some great candid shots, Which is how I prefer to work. Michelle Williams from Destiny's Child was another great shoot, same kind of vibe on set. Both Kimberly and Michelle have incredible energy and look fierce on film! The Apple Bottoms campaign with my friend DJ Sassy Pandez was amazing! Also shooting Pete Doherty and his band The Libertines, which was one of my first assignments.

4. What was it like working with top boy band JLS?

Really great guys, professional and fun to work with. Very quick to get the shot you need from them too. They deserve the success they're having. It's one of my favorite covers.

5. Are there any magazines you would like to work with that you haven't previously?

Interview magazine for sure, I'm a huge admirer of Andy Warhol and it's always been a goal of mine to shoot for the magazine. I love the format of celebrities interviewing other celebrities.

6. Can you tell us about your book projects that you are working on?

I can't say too much at this stage as I want to keep it under wraps but I'm collaborating with a designer friend on one particular project that is gonna be hot! It's taken a while, as I want the book to have a strong concept and stand out in a market that is very saturated. Also being my first complete book it needs to executed correctly.

7. If you could work with any model in their heyday, which would it be?

Without question, Nick Kamen. He was a massive influence back in the day for me. He paved the way for the male supermodels. I would still love to shoot him now! Joe Dallesandro is another!

8. Do you have a favourite model that you have worked with?

There are so many, I've been privileged to work with some of the top male models. Charles DeVoe, Max Rogers, Freddy Bradshaw, Andrew Stetson, Kyle Ledeboer, Brian Shimansky, Don Hood & Doug Porter to name a few. Couldn't choose between them.

9.Finish this sentence. A powerful image is....

Something you can look at over and over and never cease to be inspired by.

10. In 10 years, your dream is to be…

Continually successful with my career, I want to have several book publications under my belt and of course to be happy.

11. Photography is a very competitive industry what advice would you give to aspiring photographers?

Make sure you shoot what you enjoy shooting and play to your strengths. It's harder these days to establish yourself in an over subscribed market. Remain passionate with you craft you can't go wrong.

Thanks Joseph. For more of Joseph Sinclair's work visit his website

Interview by Paula.

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