Keith Moss, Professional Photographer

I set up an interview with Keith Moss to find out a little more about him and his views on the industry.

I've previously been taught on a one to one basis with Keith and took much more than just what settings I should be using. He taught me to make the photograph mean something, rather than just be a pretty picture.

Keith works mainly in black and white and does a lot of work on film. Having his own Darkroom, he has over the years perfected his very own styles and techniques. He told me of the ways he plays about with the chemistry involved to create different tones and feelings to the photographs he produces.

My first question that I have been asking the Photographers I interview is 'What got you into the industry?'. Keith's answer was quite surprising. Formally he was a Master Butcher, working from the feeding of the animals all the way to the end product. A serious work based accident forced him to leave his job and he shortly after picked up a Camera.

I find it quite amazing the difference between his previous and current profession but can also personally relate to it as my previous profession was far from artistic.

Anyway, on with the questionnaire.

What got you into the industry?

 I was in an accident at work when I was a Butcher and crushed my Spine making it impossible to carry on so shortly after I picked up a Camera.

What’s changed since you started?

The quality of work seems to have got less and the obvious introduction of digital photography. 

What do you do to keep up with technology?

Research and the testing of new products. 

  

What level of training have you had?

None.

All self-taught.

What is your on-going training schedule?

Newsletters from companies and pushing own boundaries. 

 What equipment is a must?

 A Camera.

 How do you get your work noticed?

Social media, PR, word of mouth, deliver on promises and years of hard work.

 Where is your presence in the Social Media?

 Twitter, Linkedin, Facebook, Pintrest, Instagram, Google+, Flicker

Which photography organisations or subscriptions are you a part of?

None.

What would you say is the most important thing for an aspiring photographer?

            

            The Psychology of people - understanding your audience and catering to their likes.

            Keith currently runs tutorials in the UK and Barcelona. His details can be found on the                           following websites:

            http://keithmoss.co.uk/

            http://keithmossphotography.co.uk/

            http://www.photographycoursesandworkshops.co.uk/