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CAMERON KRONE
FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
Cameron is one
photographer to keep an eye on, although he feels that
he has a long way to become the 'go to' fashion
photographer, being an photographer for 2 years, his
clientele is quite impressive; Editorial: V, VMan, Elle China,
Nylon, Details. Cameron has also worked with a
number of models including; Chanel Iman, Elisa Sednaoui,
Carolina Pantoliona, Amanda Laine, Katie Fogarty, to name
a few.
Exclusively Fashion Magazine:
Your career began when you moved to New York.
You have assisted
photographers and one of them
being Mario Sorrenti; what have you learned
by
assisting him?
Cameron Krone:
I assisted for about a year and I
learned that it's not about the light. It's all about
the concept, the connection with the model, and the
feeling that separates the big guys from the rest.
EFM:
How did you get your big break as a fashion
photographer?
CK:
I still haven't had a big
break in my mind. ha!
But, shooting a 4-page
advertorial for Vogue Italia Accessories was
definitely one of the highlights, thus far. My agent
has been instrumental in helping me find better jobs
and I think it's necessary to keep moving forward.
Another job that is coming up is a Korean Catalog
with Agyness Deyn, which is another job, which
definitely lets me know that I am moving in the
right direction as a photographer and an artist.
EFM: How
long have you been a photographer?
CK:
2 years full time since 2008.
EFM:
Can you tell me what a typical day
is
like for you?
CK:
I wake up around 8:30 and get to the gym by 9AM for an
hour workout. I answer emails, phone calls, and check
the modeling websites during the day if I am not
shooting. I shoot about 3 days per week. And, I often go
to art openings and dinners with friends during the week,
as well to stay busy.
EFM: Do
you have an agent; if no, explain why and if yes,
explain why it’s
important to have one?
CK:
In New York, it's absolutely essential to have an agent.
They are the ones that handle most productions for jobs
which saves a lot of time, leaving you to focus on the
job itself. They also give you credibility, which is very
important in a largely subjective field like
photography.
EFM:
There are many photographers out there; do you think it
has become too
easy or do you think that it is hard
to become a successful photographer?
CK:
It's very hard to become a
successful photographer and it takes a minimum of 3-5
years to become established in one of the larger cities.
People think they can do a few tests and start shooting
for good magazines, but it's a long road with many ups
and downs before you start achieving the jobs you've
always wanted. I am just now starting to shoot money
jobs and it's been 4 years since I moved to New York.
EFM: How would you define
yourself as a fashion photographer?
CK:
Strong, minimal, and graphic.
I am inspired by
Mikkael Jansson, Helmut Newton, and Nathaniel Goldberg.
EFM:
Who would you most like to photograph and why?
CK:
Tiger Woods and Kanye West because they are the people
I've really looked up to for years. Despite their recent
challenges, they've inspired millions of people and have
achieved great success in their relative fields. Now, we
know that they are human and make mistakes like all of
us!
American Vogue Editor at Larger Andre Leon Talley
Model Chanel
Iman
Fashion Photographer Craig McDean
EFM: You are
known for taking photos of models; how did the
opportunity come
about?
CK:
I came to New York during my summers in college and
started interning for Art Partner and continued doing
test shoots for the modeling agencies every summer. I've
done hundreds of model tests! Too many :)
EFM:
What type of camera do you most prefer to use and why?
CK:
Hasselblad H1 with the Phase One P30 back. The quality
from medium format is much better than that from the
Digital SLR's. There is a depth of field that is
unmatched by other cameras. Plus, I like the slow shoot
speed because it keeps me from just shooting thousands
of images per shoot.
EFM:
What
tips can you give on presenting a portfolio to an
agency?
CK:
Don't show it until it's ready. First impressions are
important and you should have at least 20-30 great
images before putting your book out there.
EFM:
Our most famous question here at EFM. What advice can
you give to
aspiring fashion photographers?
CK:
It's a business where you could be 1-2 months without
money jobs or work in general. Don't lose hope during
the slow times. They never last!
Fashion Designer Michael Kors
V
Creative Director of Oscar de la Renta Home Miles Reed
Interview by Rochell “E” James
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