In this episode, Lyn chats with Lucy Alcorn, a beauty photographer with a fascinating journey from stencil street art to shooting stunning beauty campaigns for major brands. Lucy shares how her passion for studio lighting ignited during her time studying photo media, her love for clean and glowing imagery, and her rise in the commercial photography world. She opens up about her creative process, the importance of creating a safe and collaborative set, and her experience shooting a global campaign for Sun Silk. Lucy also discusses the challenges of being a woman in the industry and how creating her own niche working with female-founded brands has shaped her career.

Key Takeaways:

From Street Art to Photography: Lucy’s journey began as a high school street artist, which led to her discovering her love for photography, particularly studio lighting.

Lighting and Control: Lucy shares her passion for studio lighting and how controlling the elements in a shot brings her the most satisfaction. She prefers flash over constant light, allowing her to craft the exact image she envisions.

Creative Process: Learn how Lucy approaches shoots, from pitching for big campaigns to preparing for a high-pressure shoot in Bangkok for Sun Silk. Her meticulous planning and the ability to stay calm in new environments were key to her success.

The Power of Collaboration: Lucy emphasizes the importance of a positive team dynamic on set, noting how a bad attitude can spoil the creative process, while a supportive environment leads to better results.

Women in Photography: Lucy reflects on her experience as a woman in the photography industry, recognizing the progress that has been made and how she’s found success by creating a safe space for herself to thrive.

Business Advice: Lucy offers some practical advice for emerging photographers: raise your rates, read contracts thoroughly, and learn to manage the business side of photography to ensure long-term success.

Links Mentioned:

Lucy Alcorn’s Website: www.lucyalcorn.com

Lucy’s Gear List:

Godox Flash

Canon

Harlowe Lights

Podcast Credits

Video and Audio recording: Nick Payne and George Artin

Editing: Nick Payne and Lyn Taylor

Music: Sam Newton