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Today I remembered back to an opportunity that I was faced with at the end of 2012. I met up with one of my most influential photographers, Michael Mayren, an "up-and-coming" fashion photographer who has worked for several fashion magazines such as: Dazed, Hero and ILOVEFAKE. We talked about the possibility of myself helping Michael out during shoots and post production,  as an assistant. I would have been able to gather much needed experience, getting a greater understanding of how this photographer worked within the industry. Sadly I was unable to take time from university at present however when I graduate, I will look into this in more detail. This links back to a previous post on this blog about the possibility of having a job where I find models and locations for photographers. This is something that will always interest me.

Below is a chunk of text taken from an online source, giving an insight into Mayrens work.

"Bolton-bred photographer Michael Mayren exposes the raw style of local youth in anonymous Mancunian haunts. In contrast with the deep post-industrial textures provided by the city’s derelict architectural frame, Mayren opts for simplicity. Self-described as ‘not a technical photographer’, he explains his process simply as a way to let others see the world through his eyes. For him, it’s about making an honest connection with his subjects alongside telling a story." - Taken from DAZED & CONFUSED website, from a review by Carol Huston. 

http://www.dazeddigital.com/photography/article/14332/1/michael-mayren