Hull 2018
Brian Griffin – Legendary British Photographer has died aged 75.
Brian started his career as a highly acclaimed corporate photographer during the ’70s. His association with Stiff Records propelled him into the realm of music, where he became a prominent figure.
In the ’80s, Griffin gained recognition for capturing some of the decade’s most defining album covers. Notably, his work on Depeche Mode’s A Broken Frame, featuring a distinctive photograph of a woman harvesting grain in a field, drew inspiration from the socialist photography of Soviet Russia.
His other work included projects with Echo & The Bunnymen, Iggy Pop, The Clash, and Siouxsie and the Banshees. Furthermore, Griffin a shot a documentary for Paul McCartney in 2004, while connecting with notable individuals, including Helen Mirren, Jonathan Ross, and Vivienne Westwood.
I was lucky to meet Brian a few years ago during the Hull International Photography Festival. He made time to talk to me and was just a lovely soul and an inspiration to all. He shall be greatly missed by so many.
May you rest peacefully Brian Griffin.