insideKENT Magazine Issue 28 - July 2014 | Page 23

His work made me stop and reassess what is
important, and not only who I am in this world,
but where I fit into it with people around me.
People who are, as I've always suspected and
have had reinforced in my heart and mind,
individual beautiful and amazing creations. We
are painted this non-reality by the press and
media every day of a world full of evil, fear and
cruelty, but Spencer's scopes are a testimony
to a brighter truth.
After the shoot, I had the privilege of chatting to
Spencer about his time in Folkestone, favourite
projects and advice for budding artists.
How was your stay in Folkestone? Did you
have time to look around at all, and what did
you visit?
I had a wonderful time in Folkestone. I found it
to be a charming and beautiful town. I enjoyed
walking the historic streets and shops, and the
beautiful beaches surrounding the town. A
highlight was sitting by the harbour eating whelks
and cockles with chilli-infused vinegar, but
certainly the standout characteristic of the town
is the friendly and good-natured people who
live here.

©Luke Yates

You are one of the most friendly, calm and
laid back photographers I've ever met. Was
this acquired on the photography ‘battlefield’,
or is it something you've always been?
I’ve worked with over 18,000 naked people
without chaos and pandemonium. I have to try
to stay calm and laid-back. It can be stressful,
but I remind myself it is art! Working with the

friendly, naked participants here in Folkestone
was a pleasure!

©Luke Yates

I was amused to find I wasn't fearful in the
slightest of being photographed in my current
a