Gary miller photographer biography photography studio
Garry Fabian Miller has a deserved reputation as one of the most progressive artists working with photography today. Much of Miller’s early work was landscape based. He gained international acclaim in the 1970’s for his photographs of sky, land and sea, particularly for the series titled Sea Horizons of England that were first shown at the Arnolfini Gallery in 1979.
Since the mid-1980s, Miller has worked without a camera using the techniques of early nineteenth century photographic exploration to experiment with the nature and possibilities of light as both medium and subject. His earliest camera-less photographs look back to the pioneers of photography in the 1830s and 1840s, passing light through translucent objects, principally leaves, seedpods and flower heads, into an enlarger and using them as transparencies through which light passed on to light-sensitive paper.
Since 1992, Miller explored a more abstract form of picture-making by passing light through coloured glass and liquid and cut paper forms. In sharp contrast to the norm of photographic exposures that last for a fragment of a second, Miller often uses long exposures lasting anywhere between one and twenty hours to create his unique and luminous images. As Christina Spens (Studio International) has said, 'Experiencing these works there is a growing feeling of being in some out-of-body space, in which our consciousness becomes an energy similar to light itself.'
Whilst the months of lockdown saw the artist striving in the darkroom and studio against the end of photography as he knows it, as the reserves of his materials and chemistry dwindled, more recently Miller has embarked on a poignant project entitled Three Acres of Colour, a five-year project taking place on a farm in Wiltshire. Drawing influence from early 20 Century weaver and dyer Ethel Mariet, Miller is growing vivid strips of natural dye-plants: weld, woad, and madder, to produce extraordi
Contingency Gallery Exhibition
The spread of the Corona Virus epidemic in the UK in March 2019, with the ensuing government enforced social distancing measures and restrictions on movement and association, resulted in the effective lockdown of many public places including educational establishments, council buildings and galleries. This led in turn to the cancellation of our planned end of year exhibition - which would have formed the basis of the submission for our Final Major Project module to complete the requirements of my BA Degree in Photography at Coleg Llandrillo in North Wales.I found it impossible to dispel my deep conviction that a physical print format would be the most appropriate way to present the particular body of work, a series of colour photograms made using the contents of my recycle bin. To resolve this dilemma I decided to build a personal gallery space as a 1 in 12 scale maquette in which to exhibit physical prints, as originally planned. The exhibition is called PLASTICITY and can be viewed on my portfolio website at http://www.derekcrawfordphotography.net or using the direct link to a You Tube Video at youtube.com/watch?v=g-rnFbcAeXg
The presenter of the Annual Lecture of the Scottish Society for the History of Photography (SSHoP) at the National Gallery of Scotland in Edinburgh on 15th November 2019, was the contemporary fine art photographer Garry Fabian Miller. His presentation lasted just over one hour in which he described his career to date in detail including his family background, influences, a brief description of his early social documentary and landscape work, the thinking behind his switch in 1984 to camera-less photography, his current working practice and his collaborations with other artists, writers, poets and musicians.Born in 1957 to parents who ran (and lived in) a long established family studio photography business in Bristol, he was immersed in the atmosphere of the darkroom from early childhood. As a teen
Miller, John Meredith, 1950-
Date:[1960s-1980s]
From:Hunt, Samuel Percival Maitland, 1946-: Collection
By:Bell, Brian Rodney, 1929-2000; Dominion (Newspaper); Evening Post (Wellington, N.Z.); Grace, Shirley, 1949-2000; Higgins, Don, active 1979; Listener (Periodical); Marlborough Express (Newspaper); McGregor, Gillian Dorothy, 1947-; Miller, John Meredith, 1950-; Nelson evening mail (Newspaper); New Zealand herald (Newspaper); Quinn, Kenneth Fleming, 1920-2013; Robinson, Guy, active 1984; Seaward, Neville Stephen, 1913-2005
Reference:PAColl-10488-5
Description:Photographic prints from circa 1960s to 1980s. Some photographers and studios are identified, while most of the photographic prints are unattributed. Includes: - Portrait of Sam Hunt and Denis Glover seated in convertible motor vehicle with drinks in hand - Portraits of Sam Hunt and others, by Brian Bell, Auckland - Portraits of Sam Hunt at "Alister Taylor's house at Martinborough, New Year 1972" - Portrait of Henry Alleyne Bosworth "Grand-Pa Boz (d. 2.10.64)" - Portrait of Sam Hunt, captioned "Sam on Kawau Island in mid '64" - Group portrait with Sam Hunt, class photograph of "St. Peter's College 'Silver' Jubilee Year 6G 1964" - Wedding photograph, "Andy, and Rolley with Rhond[d]a. Quantity: 1 box(es) 68 loose and mounted photographic prints.. Physical Description: Photographic prints, including some mounted on fragments of disbound album pages.
Peter Read Miller
Photography Books
"Peter Read Miller on Sports Photography: A Sports Illustrated Photographer's Tips, Tricks, and Tales on Shooting Football, the Olympics, and Portraits of Athletes" This comprehensive book offers a unique opportunity to learn from one of the best in sports photography, Peter Read Miller. Readers will gain insights into his approach to capturing breathtaking moments in various sports, including football and the Olympics. With personal anecdotes and practical tips, this book serves as an invaluable resource for photographers looking to hone their skills and find inspiration in the dynamic world of sports photography.
Quotes
"I love the challenge of capturing the decisive moment in sports, whether it's the game-winning touchdown or the anguish of defeat."
"The best sports photographs are not just about the action; they're about the emotion and human drama that unfolds during competition."
"Photography is a combination of technical knowledge and artistic vision. Never stop learning and refining your craft."
"The key to great sports photography is anticipation. You have to know the sport well enough to be in the right place at the right time."
"Lighting is everything in photography. Whether it's natural or artificial, understanding how to use light effectively is essential for creating impactful images."
Legacy and Influence
Peter Read Miller's dynamic and engaging style has had a profound impact on the world of sports photography. His ability to capture the essence of a moment and tell a compelling story through his images has inspired countless photographers to pursue careers in sports photography. Miller's work has set a high standard for excellence and innovation in the field, pushing others to explore new techniques and push the boundaries of what is possible in sports photography.
Other notable sports photographers that share a similar style include John Biever, Walter Iooss, Al Bello, and