Head On, now in its sixth year, is regarded by the arts community and reviewers as the most critically important photographic portrait prize in Australia. It represents a vibrant, diverse cross-section of new and traditional photographic practices, showcasing work by emerging and established practitioners alike. Images selected include diverse two-dimensional photomedia from digital to darkroom and documentary to the staged.

Shot at a wedding,  PADRE E FIGLIO  ( Italian for father and son ) was Graham Monro’s photo selected for the prize.

" PADRE E FIGLIO " ( Italian for father and son )

Photolibrary: What was the story behind the photo?

Graham: After a commercial photography career of advertising, editorial and design I switched to the domestic market of weddings and portraits. I was commisioned to shoot this wedding by Vince Lagana, a handsome young advertising art director when he married the gorgeous graphic designer Angela Manconi of Cammeray.

Vince had met me years before when I was invited to lecture at the advertising AWARD school. This photo was taken at Vince’s family home at Auburn in the lounge room. It was a classic Italian Australian loungeroom, ornate with religious icons and immaculate.

Vince was standing with his dad Guiseppe and put his arm around him. Guiseppe lent on Vince and let out a sigh and said “Ah Vince my son” as Vince kissed him.

It was a classic moment, the fourth frame of five shot in that sequence. It epitomizes all that is good about weddings: Love, Family and Friendship.

Photolibrary: A finalist for “Head On” as well as M.I.L.K! A big congratulations from everyone here at Photolibrary.

Graham Monro: www.gmphotographics.com.au

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