"We see things
not as they are,
- Anais nin
but as we are..."
"we see things not as they are, but
as we are..."
anais nin
HI, I'M CAM , AKA
ANCHØR + HØPE
I moved from Queensland to Melbourne in 2002 and have happily called the thriving inner northern suburbs home ever since. Like so many others, photography is actually my second career. Prior to becoming a photographer I was a chef for 10+ years. It was a hard slog but it gave me certain skills and standards that have been invaluable as a photographer - an eye for detail, a sense of organisation, and an absolute discipline for always being on time. I have a BFA (Photography) from the VCA and I'm still largely inspired by the work of fine artists, whether they be photographers, film makers, painters or designers. I like to think that these influences come through in my work, but perhaps that's wishful thinking. Even in today's world which has become so overly saturated with "content", I think great photography has the ability to cut through the noise and tell stories that are sometimes beyond just words. And this is what I try to do each time I pick up a camera.
GET TO KNOW ME
i photograph
as i'd like to be
photographed
My work has always been reflective of me as a person. I'm not one for talking about myself and I've never enjoyed being the centre of attention. I think as a photographer this has always made me very empathetic towards my clients, many of whom have never had any experience with either planning a wedding or hiring a professional photographer and feel all lost at sea just thinking about it. So I always try and operate with that in mind, ensuring that I create a client experience that is first, foremost and at all times relaxed and enjoyable. My style has always been quite photojournalistic in nature. I mean, I think that's what draws people to my work in the first place ; it's much easier for people to imagine themselves in my work as it doesn't rely on any performative elements. And that's really because I think any wedding day is exciting enough without the need to invent situations or moments.
