Issue Two- December 2018:
By Mercedes Barreto
Eli Dreyfuss is an exceptional rising and acclaimed photographer.
Starting his craft since the seventh grade and attending film school for four years, his works have reached establishments such as the New York Times, National Geographic, and more.
How do you prepare yourself before completing a photoshoot?
“The process of preparation I take before my photoshoots varies for every shoot.
However, typically a few weeks before, I will assemble a team of creatives, which includes a model, a makeup artist, as well as a stylist, and together, we create put together a concept from the ground up.”
What inspires and motivates you?
“When it comes to inspiration, my inspiration comes from a multitude of sources. From old paintings, to music, to nature, it is all around me. But, the biggest source of inspiration comes from other artists work.”
How many years have you been working as a photographer?
“My journey to becoming a photographer is multi-faceted. I’ve been using a camera for seven years now, but have only started taking photos four years ago. While attending film school, I learnt the necessary skills it took to operate a camera and make a great image.”
Are there any major or recent awards you can tell us about? OR any recent achievements?
“In the course of my career, I have been grateful to be recognized across the country for my work.”
Is there a message to future spectators of potential works of art owned or created by you?
“In my work, the main thing I focus on is shedding light onto people who need it most and making every person who walks in front of my camera beautiful in their own unique way.”
(Photo of Eli Dreyfuss)