Masters of Portrait Photography
What makes the best portrait photographers so good?
Overview
This personal project began with a simple question — what makes the best portrait photographers so good? The answer, it turns out, is mostly about how they engage with the subject. Watching them work has shaped the way I now approach documentary film portraits of my own.
"This feels like being an assistant to a senior photographer. Perfect."
"One of the best hours I've ever spent on YouTube."
"It's one of the best documentaries about photographers on YouTube."
Project Details
Project: Masters of Portrait Photography
Commissioner: Self-initiated Year: 2023–ongoing
Subject: Leading portrait photographers across Australia and New Zealand
Featured Photographers: Derek Henderson
Deliverables: Long-form documentary portraits, with short edits for social
Region: Australia and New Zealand