In the lead up to Abbey Road Studios’ newly announced Music Photography Awards–a first of it’s kind–GUAP caught up with Simon Wheatley, the groundbreaking social archivist and world renowned grime scene photographer who is joining as a guest judge for the Hennessy partnership and ‘Championing Scenes’ award at the upcoming event in May, shining the…
Stevie Gatez delivers a striking series of photographs capturing ideas around gender nonconformity and non-binary identities. Born and raised in the Bronx, Stevie Gatez continues his 11-year creative practice in London. Gatez’s work is inspired by his meaningful relationships with people who identify with everything, from Christianity to Pansexuality. Gender nonconformity can be found within…
We may have been robbed of a proper summer in the UK but you can mentally escape in other ways. Live vicariously through photographer Naomisha Phillips’ series of images inspired by the phrase popularised by rapper Megan Thee Stallion, “Hot Girl Summer”. Lighting is used as the conductor of the narrative with a specific colour…
By Hrishika Maniar Whether it’s Navalny’s protests in Russia, or Black Lives Matter protests elsewhere, the world is united in creating a cultural shift – to build a future which is inclusive, embracing, and encompassing of differences. Culture can be used as a tool to separate people, or to unite them. Russia has long struggled…
Fashion photography aesthetics over the years has changed vastly, in line with the fashion cycle. Right now, fashion photography seems to be heavily influenced by lifestyle photography, focusing on people and places, with the clothes not necessarily coming in second, but being more of an accessory than the focus. Of course studio photography is a…
A photo story: Spies on a mission to uncover the truth behind the conspiracy. In a world full of people hiding behind masks some are able to hide things that most people wouldn’t suspect. Being aware that life changing secrets exist, some spies begin to search for the truth, collect evidence and understanding. Once they…
Are you a content creator whos finally run out of throwback pics to post on Instagram? Your not alone, being a content creator requires both consistency and quality in order to grow so now is not time to stop posting if you are still able to. Although Instagram may not be the be-all and end…
Matt Sheehan is a versatile photographer and has worked with brands including Netflix, New Look and London’s most sought after independent clothing labels such as GVNMNT Clothing Co. Matt’s latest project infinite series explores fashion trends in contrasting eras and time zones. His images play with vibrant colours and shades inspired by his travels including…
Matt Sheehan started his creative journey at the age of 14; taking inspiration from a New York City street photography book, and capturing the streets of his hometown. A decade later, Matt has accumulated a diverse portfolio of clients, from entertainment platforms such as Netflix, high street fashion retailers New Look, and independent fashion brands…
Freelance photographer Salam Zaied began taking photos 2 years ago to relief herself from stress. She identified that photography became a form of escapism, and later decided to collaborate with other creatives to expand her portfolio. Before moving to London, Salam grew up in Jordan in the Middle East. Her life journey has made her…