Nick Knight CBE - Fashion Photographer

Nick Knight CBE is one of the most influential image makers of
our time.


As the founder of SHOWstudio and a visionary fashion
photographer, his work with designers such as Alexander McQueen,
John Galliano and Yohji Yamamoto, and musicians including Björk,
Lady Gaga and Kanye West, has defined modern culture.


In this episode, Nick joins me to talk about his long creative
relationship with Paul Weller.


From photographing The Style Council at Solid Bond Studios
through to the striking imagery of Paul’s early solo career, Nick
shares the stories behind some of Weller’s most memorable
visuals. We discuss:


His first encounters with The Jam and The Style Council

What made Paul Weller such a compelling subject to photograph

The influences behind iconic shoots, including the inner
sleeve of Our Favourite Shop and the debut solo album cover

The role of fashion, style and visual culture in Weller’s
music

Nick’s reflections on music, image-making, and capturing
emotion through photography



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