This is Brian Dowling, photography's pre-digital 'Prince of Prints' - the undisputed master of the darkroom… and the loveliest man you’ll ever meet.
For more than 30 years Brian's studio, BDI, was the birthplace of some of the most remarkable fashion photography ever created.
Artists who regularly walked through the door during those heady days included the likes of Nick Knight, Juergen Teller, Glen Luchford, Sølve Sundsø, Anton Corbijn, and Andy Bettles.
This portrait was taken for the project: THE GREATS BEHIND THE GREATS.
Eugene Grobler is a London-based portrait photographer recognised for his reflective
imagery that powerfully captures the nuances of the human condition. For Grobler,
being a portrait artist goes beyond mere representation; it’s an exploration of the human condition at its most fundamental level. His work seeks to illustrate the universal fragility and vulnerability inherent in every individual, beyond that of social or financial distinctions. With the use of strong, contrasting colours, Grobler captures the two forces at play—both in nature and within the intricate depths of our own beings.
Awards • Winner: British Photography Awards (2016) [Best Portrait]
• Silver Star Award: Neutral Density (ND) Awards (2017)
• Honourable Mention: Neutral Density (ND) Awards (2017)
• Bronze Medal Award: Neutral Density (ND) Awards (2023)
• Honourable Mention: Neutral Density (ND) Awards (2023)
• 3 Honourable Mentions: IPA - International Photography Awards (2019)
• Finalist: Siena International Photo Awards (2017)
