Chappelli by Ian Chappell

Simon Hewson ©2012

The new book by Ian Chappell is soon to hit the shelves. It promises to be an exciting read and not just one for the cricket fans. I just got my advance copy from Random House. I'm really pleased with the cover, which was designed by Luke Causby at Blue Cork. We had a great day shooting with Ian, he was relaxed and in great spirits, he told us many funny and fascinating tales whilst photographing him.

I can only begin to imagine what lies between the covers of the book! 

The book is due out on the 19th of November and will be available from all good bookstores.

Gaz By Mark Gasnier

Simon Hewson©2012

The new book by Mark Gasnier is soon to hit the shelves. It promises to be an exciting read. I just got my advance copy from Random House and I'm really happy with the cover which was designed by Luke Causby at Blue Cork. I shot this cover awhile back now, I don't confess to know a great deal about rugby league, I was however well aware of Gasnier's achievements in the sport, probably from watching the State Of Origin and getting uncharacteristically excited with my brother in law over a few beers. 

Mark was great to photograph, he was easy to relax and an all round top bloke. 

The book is due out on the first of August and will be available from all good bookstores. 

John Elias Sin Bin

Simon Hewson©2010

The new book by John Elias has just hit the shelves. It promises to be an exciting read. I can't wait to get a hold of my copy. I shot this cover a few months back now and I knew it would be a great one.

John was really good to photograph, he was easy to relax and a very willing sitter.

Simon Hewson©2010

I always approach a portrait with the moral that I will not put myself into the image.

In my mind if you do this the subject then becomes a reflection of the photographer. So this then no longer becomes the person being photographed. A portrait should be a reflection of that person at that moment.

I love the fact that we all have moods, we may be happy, sad or just plain uninterested. All of these add to a true portrait, as a photographer I try to capture this rather than mould it to suit my needs or a preconceived idea. This can still work in the realms of the commercial world you just have to make the sitter comfortable enough to be themselves.

Simon Hewson©2010

The book cover was designed by Luke Causby at Blue Cork and is published by Pan Macmillan.

It's out now and should be available in all bookstores!