The Regulars: An Interview with Geoffrey InnissPhotographer: Geoffrey Inniss of Inniss PhotographyTy

The Regulars: An Interview with Geoffrey Inniss

Photographer: Geoffrey Inniss of Inniss Photography

Type of Photos Taken:Nature

Tell us a bit about yourself…
Born and grew up in Barbados West Indies, came to Canada in 1970 with the intention of completing studies in Electronics and returning in a few years, but I am still here having met a few interesting people along the way.

What drew you into photography?

Nothing specific, bought my first camera after leaving school an Agfa  rangefinder and fell in love with taking pictures.

What is your philosophy regarding photo taking? Any personal rules you stick to?

To record the scene or object as accurately as possible.

Tell us about a photographic challenge you overcame?

The challenge of embracing the shift from film to digital.

What gear do you prefer to shoot with?

Canon full frame cameras.

When did you first come to Downtown Camera? Anyone in particular you remember?

Philip Sun sold me my first camera in Toronto back in 1975 while he was at Toronto Camera and I have moved with him from there all the way through the different location to Downtown Camera.

Any advice to fresh photographers?

Practice understanding light and exposure and build from there.