Francois Boutemy's fascination with photography has grown into a daily occupation, a natural conclusion arising from a childhood interest in the use of imagery as commentary on the World around him. In particular, becoming 'graphically literate' has perhaps evolved from Dyslexia, the aptitude and development of expression through visual images came far more naturally than translating meaning through written words, in this sense it is Francois' first language. Based in London, in residence at Simulacra Studio he is never short of subject matter and stimulation. Drawing on life experience, he has always been particularly taken with the challenge and inspiration of street photography - the beauty of capturing fragile and temporal moments, and portraying them through an abstracted lens never fails to satisfy
Evidence of the inherent diversity in his work can be found by looking at clients & co conspirators alike, ranging from Ralph Lauren to Freyagushi, Peter May, chocolatier William Curley, Bridalwear designer Sanyukta Shrestha, Bassline Circus, Asian Dance company Akademi and an entire chorus line of performers, sculptors, designers, party organisers, video makers, Burlesque dancers and the occasional Dominatrix !

Furthermore Francois continues to act as tour photographer for Punk band Inner Terrestrials, having already chaptered over 10 years on the road, with an upcoming Tour of Japan in April 2010, there is a wealth of material which will inevitably culminate in a book.

Francois has released two new books in recent years; 'The Fetish Cookbook' (2009) and 'Words and Pictures' (Released 2008) another collaborative publication 'Photo Strip' is currently in development. Previously released titles in print are, 'Made in England' (2000) and 'Lomosexual: A Tribute to L.O.M.O. Cameras' (2007).

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Last Update on 27-06-10

 

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