Research - Martin Parr

I first heard about Martin Parr on a TV programme I was watching, I then wanted to find out more about his work.  He was born in Surrey and took an interest in photography from his grandfather. Martin has also developed an interest in film making and this is one of many things Martin has done over the years in his professional career. Looking at his work for the first time I wasn't sure what to make of it.  His look on taking photos is very different form anything I have ever seen, but on the other hand I can relate to some that he has taken.  Looking at the photograph below I can see some similarities to photographs I have taken on holiday and I'm sure that many people would also relate to this too.


Martin Parr - from the series Playas

The next photograph that captured my eye was this one, I was just intrigued as to why a cup of tea inspired him to take a photograph of it.  It makes me realise that different things inspire different people.


Martin Parr - Common Sense (Cup of Tea)

All images on this blog page have been taken off the internet and are copyright to Martin Parr