July 17, 2021
Umlungu
I recently had the pleasure of photographing Brad Eggleston aka Umlungu at his studio in the East Neuk area of Scotland, just south of the historic town of St Andrews. His studio is off the beaten path and nestled in the tiny village of Kingsbarns which has a population of about 443 people. If you find yourself in the area, I highly recommend stopping and visiting Brad's studio. You will always be greeted with a warm smile and a "Good Afternoon" all said in his sexy Zimbabwean accent.
Umlungu's Studio in Kingsbarns, Scotland
Brad with the chair in his front garden
Brad and fur baby Harris with the chair in front of the Inn at Kingsbarns
The entire portrait series is being shot with a plastic Diana+ camera with an instant film back
Final results are portraits on Polaroids
Umlungu's signature on the chair. After each portrait session I ask the participant to sign the chair. Signing the chair represents a promise to share the cause and project with friends, family and colleagues. That's how the awareness grows.
Brad and I with the chair in front of his studio in KingsBarns
You can see more of Umlungu's artwork at Umlunguart.com
