Simon Halfon interview - 26.6.20
With the news coming out that Simon has a book coming out about his record designs and photography for bands such as Paul Weller, Oasis and many many more Matt Mead asked some questions of the man behind the camera: Can you tell me abit about your upbringing? I grew up in North West London – going to school in Hammersmith. Always lived in this part of town apart from 5 years in LA in the early 90s… What came first for your a of music or photography/design? I always loved photography but – just snapping nothing serious – just point & shoot – big fan of a Kodak Instamatic as a kid…. Which photographers influenced you? Without really knowing them by name – Robert Freeman first and foremost because his fabulous work with The Beatles – then Bailey – who I’ve had the good fortune to work with and spend a little time with – he’s a top chap. Which designers influenced you? Neville Brody first and foremost as I was his assistant in the early 80s when I was just sta...