BOOKS

Beyond Bawa - Modern Masterworks of Monsoon Asia by David Robson

Geoffrey Bawa was one of the most influential figures in South Asia in the latter half of the 20th century, and the principal force behind what is today known globally as 'tropical modernism'. The author, David Robson presents Bawa's continuing legacy through selected works of contemporary architects working across South Asia.

Shooting 25 projects across Sri Lanka, Bali and Singapore last year was not only immensely rewarding, despite having to sweat it out, the experience of living the tropical island life with my family for three months, Indian Ocean lapping at our feet, amazing sunsets...get the picture ...absolute bliss.

Published by Thames & Hudson.


Tropical Minimal by Danielle Miller

Taking pictures and writing about the cool design of the tropics wasn't exactly difficult - more like the dream project to say the least. Errr...perhaps because Dan and I got to do fun stuff like going to stay in some of the incredible places that are featured like the jungle house in the hills of Rio de Janeiro and the Casey Keys house on Florida's West coast. We scoured the globe to bring the best ideas in design and detailing of indoor-outdoor living in style. I hope you enjoy it - just holler if your copy needs signing.

Published by Thames & Hudson.


BIO

This is an email interview for Architectural Digest - Germany ...... which takes care of the bio blurb.

Dear Mr. Powers,
We have the pleasure to introduce you to our readers. It would be great if you could answer me some questions in order to write a small article.
We show your photographs from an apartment in Sao Paulo. Did you know Sao Paulo before that shooting? Yes - I have been once before and loved it. What is the ambiance of this city? Sao Paulo is full of contrasts; a crazy megatropolis yet people are kind and gentle - you feel alive when you visit Brazil.
Are you specializing in one or two themes (for example in architecture and interior)? Why? Or: Why not? I started out shooting everything in sight but now I am more specialised - as I grow into my career I find myself shooting predominately interiors and architecture .. it has been a natural progression. Why ? To photograph something well you need to have a passion for the subject - i would have made a terrible fashion photographer !
What was the challenge when you photographed the home in Sao Paulo? Did you like it? One of my all time favorites - it was challenging because there are no windows in the living areas, only one enormous sky light - it was a challenge.
When I look at the pictures on your website I am impressed by the scenery, the composition. But what is for you the most important thing for a good photography? balance is key - what and what not to include is as equally important as the shadows and highlights.
What is the maxim for your work? I am working on a book project at the moment for Thames & Hudson shooting through a long list of iconic houses of the last century all over the globe - for me this is a "maxim" !
Was there any surprising, new or very pleasant thing (anecdote) during the shooting? unique, thought provoking architecture with creative interiors, furnishings, not to mention the art - it's a privilege to work in this environment and always a pleasant way to spend a day.
Please give me the most important steps of your vita: birthday, study, professional steps, family, the city you live. I am self taught - I have been taking pictures for as long as I can remember, composing the frame in my mind then choosing the moment to capture the light, only now there's a camera .... oh and I just turned 40.
Thank you very much for your answer and your help.