For our next Photographer 101 we learn more about fashion photographer Molly Megan and her experience working with fashion brands like Missguided.
I love collaborating with the team to create the clients’ vision. It’s really special when everyone has their unique talent and they all blend together to create something beautiful - it’s a great feeling.
The ‘Redefining Nudes’ campaign with Missguided was a shoot I’m really proud to have been a part of. It was definitely something new for me to shoot normal, everyday people – some of whom had no modelling experience whatsoever – but helping them to feel super confident and beautiful, as they should. It was such an amazing feeling to see their reactions to their photos on the day, and giving them confidence in turn gave me confidence back.
I think it’s really important to follow their vision – but if you know something could really work, it’s always good to suggest and show it – they might love it! It’s also important to remember they haven’t only thought of the brief solely from your point of view as a photographer, so new suggestions will usually be very welcome.
I have only been freelance for a short time – but I worked for Missguided for over 7 years and loved every day of it. The team are amazing and everyone is very open to ideas – you are challenged to push boundaries in a safe, supportive environment.
Balancing on some rocks in the sea in Ibiza, with a team of just 3 of us. Luckily the stylist is a good friend and managed to hold still the reflector (and stop me from falling) on a very windy day!
That’s such a difficult question as social media is saturated with so many talented creatives. In the early days, I would have sat looking at books or scrolling through photography communities in Uni – now you see creative imagery every time you log on to Instagram – and there is so much talent out there. My favourite since I started has always been Lara Jade – she got really big at a really young age with a very unique style – a style that has become much more refined over the years. I could sit and look at her imagery all day – it’s beautiful!
Yes – fashion photography is created to inspire. It has such power to push boundaries and break down social norms. What fashion brands put out - people will follow. Fashion brands have a huge responsibility, in my opinion, to always be inclusive and address current situations to their mass followings and to lead by example.
I don’t often feel this way – inspiration is literally everywhere – social media, films, the outdoors.. It’s hard to switch off!
Film – I’m really interested in it.
I think it’s a bit of both. There are definitely trends in fashion photography and I definitely feel inspired to try new things or ways of shooting. However, you’re always going to bring your personal style and preferences along for the journey.
It is super important to meet the clients’ expectations and brief – I see each shoot as a challenge and something new, rather than a sacrifice.
When I’m not shooting – you can find me looking after my toddler! I also love long walks with my little family and cooking!
Test, test, test – shoot what YOU like and find your style.
Meeting lots of different creative, like-minded people and creating beautiful imagery together!