Josh Cooper
Statement
Documentary photographer fascinated by people. My graduate project ‘The Observer’s Book of The Street’ (ongoing) entices observation into that which we often miss. The collection of bold portraits attempt to be honest and candid with a somewhat obsessive methodology underlying the work, shooting repeatedly across four countries.
My educational background in the arts has informed the development of my style and voice within photography. A common theme within my work is the portrayal of relationships between individuals whether that be in a stricter documentary sense or more conceptual.
Achievements & Experience
Working alongside 'Adona Bristol' creating imagery for promotional purposes. As well as photography for organisations including Luton Culture, You & Meow and Wilton House
Work on the installation of the British Wildlife Photography Awards Exhibition for the past 2-3 years
Profile feature over on 'PaperArts.org' an initiative to aiming to empower young creatives to pursue a career in the arts
Exhibition of work at 'To The Moon - Bristol'
Featured Projects:
From a project featuring an inspiring group of individuals who worked to save the Jacob Wells Baths (Bristol). Their tireless work resulted in the successful asset transfer of the lease to 'Fusion Lifestyle' who have plans to restore the building into a swimming and leisure complex.
More info at: www.jacobwellscommunityhub.com ‘The Observer’s Book of The Street’ entices observation into that which we often miss. The images, through process, attempt to be honest and candid with a somewhat obsessive methodology underlying the work, after shooting repeatedly across four countries. ‘The Observer’s Book of The Street’ entices observation into that which we often miss. The images, through process, attempt to be honest and candid with a somewhat obsessive methodology underlying the work, after shooting repeatedly across four countries. ‘The Observer’s Book of The Street’ entices observation into that which we often miss. The images, through process, attempt to be honest and candid with a somewhat obsessive methodology underlying the work, after shooting repeatedly across four countries. ‘The Observer’s Book of The Street’ entices observation into that which we often miss. The images, through process, attempt to be honest and candid with a somewhat obsessive methodology underlying the work, after shooting repeatedly across four countries. A symbolic image from the Bristol Black Lives Matter protests - 07/06/2020.
'We Had The Power To Campaign' - 2019
Madrid - The Observer's Book of The Street - 2020
Brighton - The Observer's Book of The Street - 2020
Gloucester - The Observer's Book of The Street - 2020
Milan - The Observer's Book of The Street- 2020
BLM Bristol 2020