Our judges - ATEP 2018 - Rankin

Rankin is a British photographer, publisher, and film director. With a portfolio ranging from portraiture to documentary, he has shot The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Kate Moss, Kendall Jenner, and The Queen, to name only a few. Fearless behind the lens, his imagery has become engrained in contemporary iconography.

He began his career co-founding the seminal magazine, Dazed & Confused, with Jefferson Hack, tapping into the consciousness of the 90s and 00s with his intimate approach and playful sense of humour. He has since remained a prevalent force in publishing with AnOther Magazine, the bi-annual Hunger Magazine, and over 42 books to his name.

A film fanatic, Rankin soon turned his hand to directing moving image. As both a photographer and director, he has created landmark editorial and advertising campaigns for some of the biggest and most celebrated publications, brands, and charities including L’Oreal, Dove, Pantene, Diageo, Women’s Aid, and Comic Relief, alongside music videos for the likes of Miley Cyrus, Rita Ora, and Kelis.

His affiliation with charities has seen Rankin travel the world, creating powerful campaigns both as a photographer and a director. Having worked with Comic Relief in 2015, he returned in 2017 to create the t-shirts and merchandise for a record-breaking Red Nose Day. His 2017 campaign with Macmillan Cancer Support went viral as people were encouraged to Brave the Shave.

Rankin lives in London with his wife Tuuli and their four dogs – Tombi, Pickle, Beans and Squidge.

Rankin is on the judging panel for Australasia's Top Emerging Photographers 2018.

Website: rankin.co.uk

Instagram: www.instagram.com/rankinarchive

Facebook: www.facebook.com/RankinPhotographyLtd