" The concept from the outset was to contrast the curves of the body and smooth skin tones with natural elements of rock, trees and water. The style has developed to encompass some other aspects, often suggested by models whose input I greatly value and look upon shoots as being a collaborative process." Alex Ingram
You'll find Alex Ingram at : Fleeting Image, Lochcarron, Portfolios.com, One Model Place, Muse Cube, deviantART.
"Broch"
Art Model Madame Bink
Alex Ingram is a talented photographer we couldn't miss. Of course, there is no hazard when passion is guiding you.
Photographer for over 40 years, from NW Highlands, UK, Associate of the British Institute of Professional Photography, member of the Master Photographers Association and the Royal Photographic Society, Alex loves to shoot in his wonderful landscapes of his magic Scotland.
His way to direct his splendid models, among the most renowned such as Kat Love, is always very inspired. Each shot tells us a story and elevates the nude into the realm of Art. His compositions are perfectly mastered, his lights fantastic. So everything is there for the outbreathing "Wow!" factor we love so much.
"Snow Kat"Art Model and Photographer Kat Love -
" Last time I worked with Kat was in California at 114F, this time Kat came to the Highlands of Scotland and we did a quick shoot in snow at her request. Snow pictures of this type tend not to work in black & white, snow looks like sand !"
Let's hear him :
It was only in April 2001 that the opportunity arose for my first fine art shoot, despite being involved in photography since schooldays in the mid fifties.
Nearly twenty of twenty-five years in the police I was a forensic photographer and cameraman, in addition to the other aspects of scene of crime work. Following an injury I had to leave the police in 1985 and eventually started as a freelance photographer and TV cameramen in Shropshire, England.
In 1988 a move was made to the remote North West Highlands of Scotland and the business had more emphasis on broadcast television, providing mainly news and current affairs for BBC, ITV, and other broadcasters. The photographic side was mainly commercial, with some tourism and press work.
Being a carer for my elderly mother meant work was gradually reduced as her condition deteriorated. The first fine art shoot with Tamalyn took place in a respite care week ; mother was a great supporter of this style of work and first to see the pictures.
"Moon dance"
Art Models Joceline Brooke-Hamilton
and Kat Love
" Kat (left) and Joceline in Joshua Tree National Park, California. The small Joshua Tree was included as the location has a particular significance to me. It was the first park and rural location that I ever visited in the USA."
Art Models Joceline Brooke-Hamilton
and Kat Love
" Kat (left) and Joceline in Joshua Tree National Park, California. The small Joshua Tree was included as the location has a particular significance to me. It was the first park and rural location that I ever visited in the USA."
The concept from the outset was to contrast the curves of the body and smooth skin tones with natural elements of rock, trees and water.
The style has developed to encompass some other aspects, often suggested by models whose input I greatly value and look upon shoots as being a collaborative process.
"Frozen waterfall"
Art Models Alison and Laura
During my involvement in this area of work I have met some wonderful people, not just the models but their partners too in many cases. We have become good friends and they have encouraged and supported me over some difficult times.
My mother died just before her 90th birthday in 2002, the same year I was sixty. One of the last things she said to me on the final day was that she was glad that I had found this new circle of friends through this work. Consequently instead of returning to fulltime work I decided to pursue my personal work to a greater degree.
My site is a tribute to the support my mother gave me in this project ; also to the great people I have met through all this work. Thank you all for your inspiration, dedication and friendship."
"Portrait 1"Art Model Alison
" I have always been fascinated by Alison's facial expressions, something she uses within fine art modelling far more than anyone else I have worked with in this field. Alison was squatted on the floor in my lounge naked in this unusual position. The train she was shortly to catch was in sight across the loch. Once the moment was captured it was a mad dash to the station 3 miles away !"
"Casual"Art Model Alison
" This casual shot of Alison was at the end of a shoot, taken just before Portrait - 1. It's near the back of my lounge, well away from the window."
Alex Ingram ©
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