I’ve always had a bit of a thing for ‘ugly’ architecture. Brutalisim, concrete and even tower blocks with seemingly little architectural merit. It kind of fascinates me that we build these big boxes for people to live in. I love the ideal that many of these places were founded on. Self contained utopias where people have everything they need on their doorstep. Some of these estates were even built with walkways wide enough to drive a milk float along.
The Barbican Estate is one of my favourite places to shoot. Moody side lighting, interesting architectural details and there’s even a conservatory full of plants on the top floor (you can get married there. And obviously I must photograph it for you). It’s warren like too, so I feel like there’s something new to discover around every corner.
When Maggie and Sam told me they wanted to do their engagement shoot there I was excited but when they told me they have access to the residents only part, where Maggie’s boss lives, I probably did a seal clap. I absolutely love this shoot and I can’t wait to photograph Maggie and Sam’s Kings Cross wedding in a few weeks.
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I just love these SO much. That building (complex) is so freaking awesome and you totally did it justice. BRUTALISM4EVA
Love the Barbican. LOVE this! Great lines and light.
Thanks so much Katheryn
Barbican is probably my favourite place in London (yes, Im weird), great shoot Laura, as always!
Thanks Eva x
Rad photos as always, Babb! The colors are great. The photo of the window that looks upside down is my fave!
Thank you, Paige x
I should be jealous that you got to go deep in to the under belly of my favourite building. But instead I heart this a helluva lot. These pictures rock.
Thanks love. x
awesome frames Laura, great use of light!
Thanks, dude x