Simon Murphy
Simon Murphy is a photographer based in Glasgow, Scotland. His career has enabled him to travel extensively shooting human interest stories and portraiture.
Simon’s personal project “Govanhill” aims to give an insight into one of the most diverse areas in Scotland.
Govanhill has traditionally been a place where immigrants arrive in Glasgow and eventually move on from. It is estimated that 88 languages are spoken in the densely populated area. It's a mixing pot of cultures and ethnicities. These differences have contributed to tension within the community but also make Govanhill one of the most exciting places in the city. Simon’s street portraits are composed in a very direct way with the subject holding direct eye contact. The message? “This is me, this is who I am, look at me, try to understand me, we are not so different”.
The Film Photo Award will enable the continuation of this long-term project and the images produced will feature in upcoming exhibitions and publications.
