People often ask us how each of us as photographers fell into ‘weddings’ as the means of exercising our craft. And although we would have our own individual reasons, probably common to us all is the attraction to a form of photography that encompasses a great many other forms.  What other genre would require you to know everything from portraits and families, to product stills and landscapes? A bride and groom’s personalities really colour every experience so the dynamics of what we do is different each time.

We thought it would make for interesting discussion to create a list of photographers that our own group of Saxon Colers derive creativity from. What we found perhaps the most intriguing was that this list comprised predominantly of photographers who are not within the wedding industry at all.

In hindsight, I guess this makes sense from the point of view that the best inspiration comes from those who compel us to look at things in a different way, in someone else’s shoes, outside the proverbial square. It’s the innovation in the work of these photographers, the power in their imagery, and their left-field thinking that we look upon to spark an idea and nab that unique image.

Edward Weston - an old school pioneer in exploring the female form, body and curves.

Mark Zibert - a UK based concept photographer that has got to be one of the most creative guys we've seen in a long time.

Kelley Ryden - she does some fantastic baby photos, based in the U.S.A. Kelley has become extremely popular with her unique fresh style with newborn portraits.

Urs Bulhman - AIPP Australian photographer of the year 2008. Best known for his amazing car images that he shoots for advertising. We've had the good fortune of speaking with Urs on a number of occassions and he's got to be one of the most passionate photographers we've ever met.

Mario Testino - famous peruvian fashion/celebrity photographer, has shot the likes of Angelina Jolie, Gwyneth Paltrow and Julia Roberts. You may not know the name but if you see some of his images you may recognise them.

Eolo Perfido - One of our favourites. An up and coming Italian photographer known for having commissioned some huge fashion jobs with a little studio the size of half a garage.

and finally, Markus Klinko & Indrani - A strong duo who also shoot fashion with an edge and have a talent for the bizarre and unexpected.