Ryan Kirk

My work is about celebrating the uniqueness and individuality of people, highlighting that beauty comes in all forms and doesn’t require you to be a model. I know many of us have been in the situation where someone takes your picture and you immediately start critiquing yourself. My goal is to change that, so when you look at your photos, you absolutely love them. At the very least, I hope for one of those slow nods—the "I look good but I’m trying to stay modest" kind of nod. But, to be honest, I’m expecting a bit more enthusiasm!

Photography has been a lifelong love. I’ve captured just about everything in my life—on film, Polaroids, old cameras, new cameras, phones—you name it. My interest in capturing life’s moments has never faded. Sometimes, I wish life had stats so I could see just how many pictures I’ve taken. It’s probably in the millions, rivalled only by the amount of coffee I’ve consumed.

I cover Yorkshire for the most part but can travel as I have my own transport.