Circus

I have been photographing circus performers for many years. I generally just approach a circus when it arrives at a town and ask if I can photograph the performers, and I try to use the area outside the big top as a backdrop. There is something resolutely rugged and everyday about those areas, in contrast to what happens inside the Big Top.

Bippo, John Lawson Circus, Littlehampton

Christy-Jay, Circus Normandie, Chessington

Emma Kempton, Giffords Circus, Cirencester

Elaine Courtney, Courtney Brothers American Circus, Co. Wexford

Contortionist, Circus of Horrors, Battersea

Clown Popol, Circus Wonderland, Eastbourne

Martin Lacey, Harlequin Circus, Godstone

The Jungle Boys photographed somewhere on the south coast

David Weeks, Spieler photographed at home

Slavi, Courtney, Courtney Brothers American Circus, Co. Wexford

Miss Veronika, Circus Normandie, Chessington

About

Photography is more than a job for me, and my passion for the craft is as vibrant now as it was when I started this journey 25 years ago. Whether it is a single image or a series, my aim is to tell a story.

I am known, and commissioned, for my ability to shoot portraits, landscapes, travel and automotive. I have photographed business leaders, environmentalists, rock stars, actors, authors, sportsmen and women, Hells Angels and politicians all around the world.

Before a shoot, I do as much research as I can and seek to make the experience collaborative. I always prepare and go with a plan, but I also remain ready to respond to whatever happens on the day. Key to my approach is connecting with the subject, art department or client on the day.

I have travelled to nearly 70 countries for clients ranging from Jaguar, Volvo, Polestar, Land Rover, De Beers, Ocado and British Airways. My work has been published in Campaign, Shortlist, The Guardian, BA High Life, New York Times, Management Today, The Telegraph, One Life and the London Olympics Official Programme, to name a few. I also have had two photographic books published. Hells Angels Motorcycle Club and Rockin’ (The Rockabilly Scene). I have had my work exhibited in galleries in the UK, North America and Europe.

Info

I work for a variety of clients in a variety of sectors, meeting the challenges that are thrown my way.

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Email:
andrew@shaylorphoto.com

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