3. Photography, perfect imperfections, and humanity with Chris Ireland.

Can chaos benefit creativity in a world of digital perfection? In episode 3 of the B-side with James Barrow podcast James speaks to Photographer, Director and Documentary Producer, Christopher Ireland, member of The POOL COLLECTIVE, an integrated production company and pool of creative resources.

Christopher Ireland is an observer. His sensitivity and natural intuition enable him to capture life’s real characters and moments brilliantly. Chris’ highly considered and measured approach has earned him international creative accolades, with work recognised at Cannes Lions, D&AD, AdFest, The One Show, Clio and Spikes.

Chris talks about some of his passion projects, including his portrait series on the residents of Greenway, a government housing estate in the affluent Sydney suburb of Kirribilli. He shares his approach to work and how he embeds himself in the lives of real people, discovering unique human narratives that he aims to portray with authenticity and respect. 

The pair discuss Chris’ fascination with the natural shades of life, embracing all its imperfections, and how we overcome adversity by confronting our insecurities and embracing the unknowns life throws at us. Chris believes that the combination of these factors makes for more profound, creative expressions that connect with people on a deeper, fundamental human level.

You can connect with Chris at:
christopherireland.net
Instagram: @Ireland_future

Links to work and photographers mentioned in the episode:
Lyndal Irons: http://lyndalirons.com.au/
The Pool Collective www.thepoolcollective.com
Sean Izzard Co founder The Pool Collective https://www.seanizzard.com/
Simon Harsent Co founder The Pool Collective https://www.simonharsent.com/
Juliet Taylor https://www.juliettaylor.com/
Salt in The Blood https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kia2Ss0ICOk
The North American Indian by Edward Curtis https://www.edwardscurtis.com/