Richard Gough

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After careers both in the Royal Navy and technology, I’m rewiring life for something new — exploring photography, technology, and the hidden stories of retired life.

London
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Capturing Serendipity: The Artful Dance of Light in Photography

This striking image shows a model captured in contemplation or perhaps a brief respite, her pose relaxed and introspective. The lighting is pivotal in enhancing the mood and texture within the photograph.
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Capturing Memories and Embracing the Now: The Joy of Selfies

In the era of smartphones and social media, the art of taking selfies has become a cultural staple for travellers and locals alike. It transcends mere trends to become a favoured form of self-expression and memory-making.
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Found Photography

Found photography, often synonymous with found photos, refers to photographs that were not originally created with the intention of being considered art. These are usually anonymous photographs that have been given a new aesthetic value or interpretive angle by an artist.
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Capturing Rebellion: The Silent Echoes of Urban Expression

Photography is more than just capturing moments; it's about preserving the undercurrents of our society, the unspoken dialogues, and the emblems of urban culture that often go unnoticed.
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Inspired by Bert Hardy

A lot of my work is inspired by images made by photographers like Bert Hardy. This black and white image was captured in a London coffee shop, I was intrigued by the intensity of the subject as he explored his laptop screen.
The Poloroid Artist
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The Poloroid Artist

Andrew Millar is a British artist I met in 2014 whose main body of work focuses on the portrait. Early on he became fascinated by various print processes as well as photography. He has since been pushing the limits and exploring the manipulative potential of this light sensitive material for
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Why we tell storys

Photography is a powerful medium for storytelling, capable of conveying complex narratives and emotions through a single image or a series of photographs.
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Photo Booths

In the bustling streets of East London, photo booths have found a unique place among the city's creativity and vibrancy. These booths are not just a place for taking photos; they express the community's artistic and innovative spirit.