A PHOTOGRAPHIC
ourney
By Cameron McCullough Photos Adam Richmond
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hotography has been a constant passion for 34-year-old Adam Richmond, but it was illness that has cemented his love for photography, and the long road back to health that has accompanied his photographic journey. “I first got into photography at school,” said Dromana-based Adam. “I did photography in Year 12 at Dromana Secondary College. I was encouraged by my dad, who is also a keen photographer.”
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“Of course, that meant working with film and darkrooms, and learning the basics.” After leaving school, Adam worked in a photo lab while he studied photography in the city.“I borrowed money while I was studying and bought a Nikon D300,” said Adam. His style drifted towards street art photography, and he built quite a following.