I’m here with Paul Fitzgerald, the creator and editor of the on-line magazine “UGotStyle.”

“Alright Julian… since we’re talking about photography today, and you’re a photographer, who are the photographers you’re liking these days?

JW. I admit I have a problem with that these days. Especially with “living photographers.” It’s easier if I think about a few of the legends like Helmut Newton and his work during the 70’s and 80’s. I also loved Mario Testino, Steven Maisel and Guy Boudin back in the day! I don’t know that anyone has recaptured the “crown” that guys like Francesco Scavullo, Irving Penn and Skrebneski wore. You know, there’s also an Italian photog, Patrizio De Renzo who, when he’s shooting high fashion is remarkable. And I think James Russell is doing a good job for Victoria Secret. As far as shooting men goes, I don’t think anyone is doing a better job than Luis Rafael out of Miami. There’s also a current “internet photographer” named Philipe, who turns out to be one of the most consistently dynamic and original artist/photographers I think of this century. He’s a Beast on sites like Model Mayhem.

JW. His work is largely created for an internet audience. He’s out of Los Angeles, and rather than shooting for print clients or fashion houses, he shoots internet models, and does it in such a powerful way that he has created quite a niche for himself and certainly a world-wide internet following. His entire “canvas” is like a 4 by 6 foot space and in that space he is incredibly prolific. And not only is Philipe an accomplished photographer, he’s also reccognized internationally as an award-winning make-up artist and hairdresser. The guy’s on his own planet!

PF. What about Terry Richardson?
JW. I would have to say… that I’m amazed at what the guy has accomplished with the talent that he has. (smiles)

(As a sidebar to “the camera,” I think we’re ready for our next subject!) ))

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