Photography by Dave Wheeler.
In this
snap-happy Instagram age, some of us might like to think of ourselves as
budding photographers – until we see the work of a professional and realise
that actually, an Amaro filter and some quick work with a contrast tool can
only do so much.
The work of
Australian photographer Dave Wheeler takes our breath away – edgy, glamorous
and irresistibly appealing, each shot is the kind we’d like to see framed and
on display on our walls. You might actually have some of Dave’s work up on your
moodboards or tucked away in inspiration folders already – he shoots to-die-for
fashion and beauty editorials for magazines like Elle, Cosmopolitan and Fashion
Journal, and breathtakingly beautiful interiors for Belle.
We asked Dave
to divulge his inspiration, his deskside style and for all you instagram
addicts (us included!), his top tips for taking that perfect shot.
A glimpse of Dave's desk. Photography by Dave Wheeler.
Dave studied
industrial design before deciding to pursue a life behind the camera. “I love
being a part of the whole process, and seeing something being created in front
of me translate to this single material image that I can take pride in having
helped create,” he explains. His career highlight so far? “I would have to say
shooting in New York. I’m hooked on that city, so to spend a couple of days
scouting and shooting around was an experience I’ll never forget – even in
their super hot summer weather.”
Interiors,
fashion and art are all influences, so we’re not surprised to find an iconic
Kate Moss fashion photograph propped up on Dave’s desk (pictured above), along with two of his
own captivating shots. A macbook, a moleskine and a stack of Belle magazines hint
at his sense of style. “I’m very much a fan of all things clean and minimal,”
Dave says. “I love simplicity with attention to minor details. That said, some
of my favourite shoots have been busy and extravagant shots with rich colours
and plenty going on!” Take this utterly mesmerising editorial for Belle as an
example – couldn’t you just dive right in?
Photography by Dave Wheeler.
On instagram,
Dave admits to being as snap happy as the rest of us. “I was hesitant at first,
but a client set it up for me years ago on a shoot and now I’m hooked,” he
says. His top tip? “It’s all about experimenting – have fun with it! It’s
digital so you can take a tonne of snaps with no real downside, unlike film.”
STYLE NOTES {dave wheeler}
dream home: it’s a tie between
the Kaufmann house (Palm Springs) and the Stahl house (Los Angeles)
best scent: Bleu de Chanel
colour palette: slate/neutral
greys and clean white
music of choice: 50s rock and
roll!
film that inspires: Moonrise
Kingdom and most other Wes Anderson films.
go-to outfit: Jeans, tan boots
and basic tees
era of choice: the 50s
ideal holiday: an East to West coast road trip through the USA
perfect Sunday: Catching up on
sleep, bacon and (weather permitting) soaking up the sun by the sea
See more of Dave Wheeler's work here or for a daily dose of his ultra-sophisticated style, follow him on instagram: @dave_wheeler.
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