INSPIRATION
Life THROUGH A LENS
The UK Artistic Director, awardwinning hairdresser and men's hair specialist reveals his all-time favourite photographs
Christian Wiles
1 White Witch
This image is from my first shoot with photographer Barry Jeffery who at the time was being treated for cancer. I will never forget how he left the hospital, shot this, then went back!
2 Bad Attitude
This is from my British Hairdressing Awards, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional, Eastern Hairdresser of the Year collection in 2017. I love it as it’s a strong, bold image with lots of attitude.
3 Braidy Bunch
I love this men’s image from 2019, it’s simple but effective. We shot it outside the back of the salon in Northampton which created a bit of interest from passersby…
4 Camera Trickery
This image which was shot with the model sitting on a stool, then the stool was edited out to give the illusion that the model was floating.
5 Wave Hello
This image is called Blue and is one of my favourites because I just love the wavy texture in the model’s hair.
6 Midnight Glamour
This is an editorial image from 2019 – the model was so tall I had to dress her hair while I stood on a box.
7 Strength & Beauty
This is from my latest collection, which is nominated for 2022 Men’s Hairdresser of the Year. I worked with photographer Barry Jeffery again and it’s such a solid image of a striking model.