Aidan,
It’s entertaining to read your thoughts on all things golf and photography. I’m enjoying the insights.
I don’t recall exactly which was the first Aidan Bradley golf photograph I saw, it would have been connected to this website somehow, but regardless of which image it was I do remember my reaction. For the life of me I just couldn’t figure out how you achieved such a beautiful warmed toned expressionistic look to your photos. I still don’t know, but the appreciation hasn’t waned one iota.
Does it reflect the way in which you see the world in general? There doesn’t appear to be heavy shadows in many of your photographs, do you consciously seek this out when looking for a place to put your tripod? For example the image in the introductory post for this thread presents a scene that could easily be interpreted in a dramatic manner, yet you present it in a warmer, friendly style.
Having communicated a number of times with you, via email and phone, plus having read many of your posts here on GCA as well as some other articles you’ve written. it seems to me that your warm toned, expressionistic photographs reflect the person. (Given that my photographs often have shadows and drama in them I pause and wonder what it means if imagery actually does reflect the nature of the creator.) That is simply an observation from our limited conversations. Maybe one day I’ll be able to confirm impressions when we eventually share the oft mentioned “beverage”.
Keep up the magnificent work Aidan. You hesitated earlier about nominating photographers you admire, specifying any one of your compatriots who illustrate the great golf books as being worthy of admiration. I agree it is a question fraught with danger but I’m brave enough to say that if I could emulate the vision of Aidan Bradley I would be satisfied man.