Henry Bird is currently studying Film and MediaProduction at Atrium, University of Glamorgan, but is already making a name for himself in the photography industry, both on and off the web.
What inspires you to pursue photography?
As a lover of sports photography, I love lookin gat extreme sport magazines and SuperSaturatedTV – a website by a North Devon production company. I also get a boost from people telling me that my photos are ‘’professional’ or ‘’inspiring’’.Knowing that people like my photos makes me want to carry on taking them.
Any favourite experiences in the world of photo/videography?
I’ve done some cool work as an official photographerof windsurfing and golf days, and filming music gigs for bands like The Point House Boys. Another amazing experience was being hired by Coca Cola to film the arrival of the Olympic torch in Cardiff. Why do you think photography is important? To me it’s a way of expressing feelings about something when I can’t find the words to give it emphasis and meaning. One of my favourite sayings is: ‘Where words fail to describe, my camera lens will shine.’ Photography is a ‘bubble’ for me to escape everyday struggles.
What are your thoughts on Instagram?
For non-professional photographers I think Instagram is great to get professional-looking images with just a couple of clicks. I also think it’s good as a base for sharing photos. With so many ‘Instagrammers’ I guess it’s a chance to get your name out there. But for professional photography I don’t think Instagram benefits a photographer whatsoever. I’d rather know that I have actually worked to get the desired result using Photoshop, Lightroom, or other software.
Do you think it’s a struggle to get into a photography career?
It’s tough but definitely achievable if they have time to gain experience at their fingertips.When it comes to equipment, people don’t need a pricey camera to take the best shot.Nowadays things are getting so ‘technical’ but, with the right set-up, I think the low-end digital SLR like the Canon 550D (£530) can getjust as good a photo as high-end cameras likea Canon 5D mark III (£2500). The specifications are a lot higher, but if you get the ISO, ShutterSpeed and Aperture set to your needs, and have the right lenses, what’s stopping you getting an equally high quality photo?
How would you advise publicising your work?
I am trying to make a name for myself online at the moment through YouTube for my videos and Facebook for my photos, as well as a website to display my work in the form of a portfolio (www.coverthecake.com)
.Henry’s work can be seen on www.youtube.com/henrybird123, as well as in his online portfolio.
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