David Collyer’s World: An Intersection of Photography, Healthcare, and Humanity

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In this episode of Meet the Streets, we engage in a captivating conversation with David Collyer, a distinguished English documentary photographer based in Wales. Keith, delves into David's impressive career, from his initial foray into photography with a Zenit camera to his recent accolade as the 2021 Royal Photographic Society Documentary Photographer of the Year.

David offers an in-depth look at his creative journey, including the profound experiences that shaped his work. He shares the compelling story behind his powerful COVID-19 photographs that landed on the cover and in a large spread within the Guardian newspaper, taken during his time as an anesthetic practitioner. Listeners will also gain insight into David's personal projects, such as the poignant 'One Woman's Journey,' which profiles the life of a transgender woman in Wales.

Tune in for thought-provoking discussions on documentary and street photography, the interplay between personal and professional life, and the ways David's work challenges societal norms and sheds light on underrepresented communities. This episode is a must-listen for photography enthusiasts and anyone interested in the human stories behind the lens.

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