Amit Gill
I am Amit Gill and I am a commercial photographer. who specialist in performing arts, this includes theatre dance and head/portraiture images.I can also create memorable images of in other environments . Additionally I have skills in photoshop and working in light room,. I have experienced in working in natural lighting and studio lighting.
I realise I had a real passion for photography and I wanted to capture images in Performing arts, These included for theatre and Dance still and other performing arts eventsI I would like to work for Film and Televisions stills and even would very much like to assisted photographers. I have a great interested in photo joules photography and am inspired by Lewis Hire and Jacob reeves work. I truly loved capturing portraiture of people in their natural environment and would like to take photos of head shots for actors
This lend me to gain a place at the University of Derby to study BA in Commercial photography Gaining a 2.1. I believes photography is about capturing the moments of telling story in a truthful style.My favourite image makers are Eve Arnold, Bresson, Richard Avdeon, Bailey and Terry O neil. Jane Bown and many more. My work has been showcase at the Big Degree showcase at the University of Derby and down London Free Range. My final year photography project was known as 'British Lions' this was a series of images of enviornment portrait exploring British Sikh Indenity. These images were very well received at the Degree showcase and Free Range.
I come from an acting background . I have worked in the theatre, TV and Radio (BBC Radio Derby). I have performed at the theatres in Derby, Leicester and even performed at the Edburigh Fringe.I was on of the 8 performers in The UK, and 8 from American to perform poetry/spoken word at the RSC(Royal Shakespeare's Company) .
CV
Name: Amit Gill
Personal Details
176 Porter Road, Derby DE23 6RF
mobile: 07791234588
Personal Profile.
I am a photographer who specializes in theatre, performance and portraiture.
Education
My degree is BA Hons Commercial Photography. I have gained skills in working in the darkroom, working in photographic studios and I have an excellent working knowledge of different cameras and lighting equipment. I have worked with local theatre and dance companies capturing images and stills for their rehearsals and public performances. My dissertation topic focused on ” Do we see in fashion portraiture women being represented as sexual objects or as liberated individuals.” This enabled me to understand the use of portrait work within the fashion industry and highlight the female gaze. In terms of my portrait work ,I have captured images by using natural light and studio lighting and studying environment portraiture in great detail by famous photographers. I have an in -depth knowledge of the history of photography and photographic techniques.
I am currently working on my degree showcase project which involves me capturing environmental portraiture of Sikh men. This is a project capturing Sikh men with their beards and turbans in their natural living and working environment. The final images will be displayed at the Big Show degree showcase in Derby and London.
My first degree in 2004 was a Film and TV degree at the University of Derby. I have completed LAMDA exams grade 5 speaking in verse and prose level Distinction
Photography work experience
Theatre Arts – 2011 to present
Maison Fou, 2011 to present
Lost Boys 2013
Big Adventures 2015
Derby Feste 2011 to present
Film City for a boxing event 2009
Film City Female Boxing portraiture project 2009.
Film City Black History Month at Liverpool Musuem 2010.
Future for steps 2016.
Pole dancing /aerial dancing2016
Deda 2015 BA Hons Dance
Performer head shots 2015 for the University of Derby theatre students
Individual portraiture project inspired by Jane bown 2014
Outdoor fashion shoot project 2014
Fashion catwalk images at Derby theatre 2015 public performance for the University of Derby BA Hons fashion
Created and produced fashion videos in 2015 for two students on BA Hons fashion course
Outreach Event photography for UCAS Fair at the University of Derby
Outreach photography at various venues 2016 capturing teaching in the classroom and business events for NEMCON’s advertising brochure.
Occupational Therapy events capturing workshops, guest speakers, presentations for the third year Occupational Therapy students – 2015. Images to be published in the University of Derby’s newspaper.
Photography Assisting: 2015/2016
Stuart Wood 2015:established UK photographer; ITV Drama Jericho
Stuart Wood 2015 :Daily Express week-end magazines
Stuart Wood 2015 :Wedding photography
Lee Brew: established photographer 2013 to present
Lew Brew : hair and beauty for Sam Taylor
Lew Brew: Animal portraiture photography
Lee Brew: Martial Arts studio shoot and video assisting
Lee Brew: Individual portraiture.
Lee Brew: Individuals portraiture inspired by Nadir( French photographer)
Lee Brew: sports shoot for More Mile sports wear at the University of Derby sport centre.
April Barton: established photographer 2014 to present
April Barton: fashion shoots for dark material project
April Barton: Fashion shoot for designer Jessica Hearden
April Barton: Final Collection student fashion designer Melissa Bailey and final fashion student designer Sophie Kelman.
Stephanie Ruston: two day fashion shoot for BA hons Fashion designers final year exhibition work. Images displayed at the University of Derby to advertise the course.
Stephanie Ruston: portraiture of fashion students with their final year designs for BA Hon fashion course.
Photography competitions
I have entered my portraiture image of my Sikh project known as British Lions for the student AOP and BIPP for people category
Performing experience:
I have worked for The RSC, Derby Playhouse and Leicester Haymarket for the Asian Arts Exchange and Community theatre. I have performed at the Edinburgh Fringe with Bad ( Black and Asian development) and I have also taken part in the BBC Radio Derby for a radio play for Asian Arts Exchange.
Employment
Outreach role July 2015 to presents: Our activities help Year 7 to 13 students get an accurate insight into higher education so that they can make an informed decision about their futures.
Range of retail and hospitality roles – USC and Lush . 2001 to 2004.
Overdale news from 1998 to presents.
Volunteering.
BAD(Black and ASIAN development) Outreach and co-marketing his was a production with the Prince trust I helped to market and promote for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. As a trainee-marketing assistant I help the marketing team to promote this production. The task Included handing out flyers and placing posters at variety of location in Edinburgh area.
Interests and achievements:
Common purpose Front runner.
Creative writing - poetry
Travelling
Gym
References
Available on request
Testimonial
Ryan Howard
Really nice day today with Amit Gill taking some headshots of me :) he made a really good job and kept me calm throughout. The photo's look really good and am really pleased with them, good job mate at A.G photography
Emily Jane Oliver
Great photography! The moment is definitely captured in these photos. Would recommend AG photography for any event
Majorie Midge Tang
I used A.G. Photography to do the photography for a dance competition and the photos that came out were fantastic and exactly what was asked for. The photographer was loverly, friendly and very approachable. He would ask what was required and was highly professional. Truly captured the spirit of the day. Thank you very much.
Dave Culling
Amit Took fantastic photographs of our dress rehearsal for our production of the turn of the screw. He was sensitive to our rehearsal process and took some wonderful shots that we went on to use in our publicity. I heartily recommend him.
Thomas Hawksworth
Amit covered a student conference that was organised by the Occupational Therapy students at the University of Derby and came across as exceptionally professional, interested and friendly. He not only captured beautiful photos but mingled in with the guests and speakers at the event to hear a bit more about the conference, the profession and the direction of the work he was to do.
So much so, he very much became part of the event and not something separate to it and it's in this way that I would highly recommend A. G. Photography for your event.
Fredrick Sawe
Amit has the best personality and a positive attitude that's very unique from others. It is to this that he does his work with passion and sincere enthusiasm as well as a good sense of humour. Amit's attitude is portrayed in his work and represent the essence of the Art of Photography
Julie Bayley
Amazing photography skills and a photographer who is delightful to work with. Amit is always positive and approachable. Definitely recommend!
Arron Mace
Great photographer with excellent customer service. I would recommend him for any event that needs a photo snapping. Will definitely be using him again!
April Barton
A.G photography is a first class photography business hosted by an extremely talented photographer with an eye for composition, lighting, pose and expression especially within portrait photography. He has assisted me on many fashion shoots and is extremely helpful and efficient with everything he does with a wonderful and professional personality. I would definitely recommend him for your photographic needs
Lorna Budd
I used A.G photography for a dance competition and the photos were brilliant and beautiful! The photographer was friendly, approachable and professional! Highly recommended!
Cathy Toon
I am inspired by the founder of A G Photography's pictures. Each is as stunning as the other. It feels as though you know the people and can relate to them through Amit's vision. A beautiful photographer who deserves success in his chosen profession