My Dad, the Photographer

[@cameralabs]

What a beautiful tribute. I really enjoyed watching and learning about your Father - what an inspirational man with such an interesting life. We're lucky to have videos about some of our nearest and dearest, and I'd encourage anyone to interview their family members whenever they can as it makes such a valuable record in the future. Not just older members, but younger ones too, to see how they grow and change. Thanks for sharing this at this difficult time, take care.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Such phenomenal advice Gordon. I thankfully made a lot of interviews with both my parents over the years and I'm grateful to have those recordings to revisit. I try and interview my kids occasionally, a line or two, just because it's so fun to hear and watch them grow and I gratefully have some recordings of my own childhood from my dad that I love to show my girls now as well. We don't live forever but our stories can.

[@mattguerra895]

My deepest condolences to you and your family. I can only imagine how proud your father must have been to see your work, your family, and your many accomplishments. Rest in peace.

[@MikeLikesChannel]

My condolences. I lost my dad in 2018. When I cleared out his stuff, his Fuji X100 (OG black paint special edition) was on his desk. According to his iPhoto library, he took 45,000 family photos with it. As he was in life, it’s a unique, quirky little camera - but the sum of its parts is greater than any one flaw, not unlike my old man. I am very proud to have inherited it and use it with my family photos… the journey continues.

[@markielinhart]

Sorry about your dad. I’m a freshly minted octogenarian and I was the junior art editor at Vogue in the mid sixties. Beatrix Miller was the editor and she left a life long impression on me. Vogue studios were two floors up from the art department and there they were, David Bailey, Michael Joseph, Norman Eales et al. What a dizzying time it was…✌️

[@lim2001burger]

I could have listened to his stories for several hours - shame the format of the interview didn't allow it. What a great man and fantastic message. Hopefully you are surrounded by loved ones as you and your family process his loss. 100 agree that when he passed that he did so bravely.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

[@petemc5070]

Interesting to listen to your dad, who comes across as very modest and grateful for his success. Similar story to David Bailey, and east end lad who also got given his chance by John French. As he described, and still similar when I was studying photography back in the 80s in Nottingham, the students on the course were either from affluent uppler middle class families or else skint working class. The 'black hole' he describes getting through, losing his mum... and then his child was born - was that you? - which gave him his motivation back and got grounded by meditation. Sounds like he had his values sorted.

[@krautnapped]

My father got me into art. When I was in college I learned that my dad was also a creative professional, before he got frustrated with it and left it for a working class life to help support his family. Even so, he was the person who always ensured I had cameras, art supplies, and advise. He taught me how to draw a cube when I was 6, he gave me my first two cameras (a Polaroid Impulse and Canon Rebel 2000). I would not have the life I do now without him. People say, "Oh, the pain will fade," or "You'll get over it with time." That's garbage. For someone who has impacted your life that much, you'll think about them every day and pretty often it will bring your to tears when something like this video comes up. But I've also found that that's not bad either. Waking up and thinking about someone who has impacted my life makes me want to do the same and impact someone when I've faded into the soothing black. I feel for you, I'm sorry and feel yout loss.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Lovely thoughts and words. Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@martin_the_artist_]

I'm sure he is very proud of you and your photography. His work now lives through you. Sorry for your loss.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Thank you. He lives on in so many ways.

[@dubanhernandocastanedamora7196]

My mother wasn't a photographer, but she was the person who introduced me to photography. Every time I take photos, I always remember her. Sorry for your loss.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

[@SomeUnremarkableGuy]

I still remember that words written on the back of your Minolta 7000i 'Always stay amateur' while watching your review of that camera, because it was my first SLR film camera ever. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Losing a parent is never easy, no matter how old you are, but it is something we will all experience.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

🥹❤️💐

[@ReinoldFZ]

So close to the depart of my own dad, in part for the same reasons. Feels like fighting against sand or water, and my days I am still thinking in being ready for a call of the day, or, similar to your dad's words about asking permission to leave the table, to give him thanks. I hope his wishes for you and his dear ones were fulfilled, and his wishes for his own rest.

[@frankartale1026]

Sorry for your loss. He seemed like a great man who had a wonderful life. And he gave us you !

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

[@ogonzilla]

So sorry for your loss. He lives on in you. 😢

[@carlpalmer6095]

Such a wonderful man. Thank you for sharing this video. My deepest condolences to you.

[@MrAlankazzaz]

Very sorry for your loss. He seems to have been an incredible human being and photographer, may he rest in peace

[@kimc5750]

Beautiful.

[@columbia1930]

My condolences to you on your father's passing. I enjoy your videos and was pleased to learn more about your Dad.

[@brianirving5889]

What a life, what a dad - he nailed it! He must have left a massive void - so carry the family torch until it's your turn to pass it on. Love your channel and.....................set yourself free with a CCD!

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

❤️❤️❤️

[@juliette-mansour]

Please accept my condolences. I’m blown away that you’re even online right now. I lost my mom not long ago and I know how hard this time can be. Thank you for your courage - sharing his work is so important. I really enjoyed listening to him. I am GenX so love the stories about his early career. He was clearly a deeply transformational man as well, clearly. I relate to his comments about meditation and grappling with the existentialism of life. Fascinating!! You must be so proud… I wonder if that barking dog was channeling someone? Follow your dream! ❤

[@jocko_]

Your father was an amazing man. Condolences.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

He was

[@williambillyriley8285]

There are no words. Just love and hugs.X

[@gurhanpekuz1813]

He is such a great person. I wish I could listen to him more. God bless him.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

❤️

[@minahasa999]

Deep condolences from Indonesia. Rest in peace.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Thank you.

[@janekeehn3842]

Thank you for sharing this lovely tribute to your father. What a fascinating man.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

He was unlike any other

[@neoaksa]

R.I.P. sorry for your loss

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

[@craigyuill7502]

My deepest condolences. I very much know the grief you are going through. I lost both of my parents this past year. My heart goes out to you. All the best.

[@Johnybulletproof]

trully moving and inspiring words , i have the luck to be the Behind the Scenes photographer for some cover shoots for Glamour Mexico - Latin America and now your father will be always in my mind when we are shooting the next covershoot . My condolences and prayes to you and your Family .

[@geipi7232]

A touching speech.

[@orange_light_pictures]

We walk in the shadow of great people, for us to shine that much brighter.

[@jonbuscall8901]

It's so generous of you to share this. Thank you. I wish you and your family the very best.

[@hywel3143]

So sorry for your loss, Ali. What a wonderful man, and what a wonderful childhood you must have had growing up with him. I look forward to learning more about your Dad, in due course.

[@arneheeringa96]

What a beautiful story. I know someone who's had 2 NDE's after an accident and is totally fearless. Remarkably none of the people that had an NDE kill themselves, so we're here for a purpose.

[@rickyhosk]

I am so sorry for your loss. You must be incredibly proud of your father, and I am sure he was equally proud of you. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time.

[@leica842]

My condolences to you. Your father lived a most unique and full life. I also lost my mother in law a little more than a week ago. She was a Parisian and lived and travelled all over. She was also from the generation that experienced the war and then all the subsequent changes that have followed after. I miss that connection to that past because she experienced so much. Irreplaceable people from that generation. People who believed and cherished humanity.

[@lideresunidosmexico_]

A big hug from a Mexican fan of yours. Your dad had a great history to share! wow! He should be very proud of you and you very proud of him...

[@jakepogorek1206]

I recently lost my dad as well, he always supported my photography and it always meant so much to me as he didn't do much photography himself. Take care of yourself during this time!

[@jens-olebrockhoff6523]

Ali, that really is a great loss. I think I can empathise as my dad was a great role model for me too and he left me a few years ago. All that matters is follow your dream, follow your dreams and that will bring you as close to your dad as you can get. My thoughts are with you and your family.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Beautiful words and reminder. Thank you.

[@arthurgphotography]

Im so terribly sorry for your loss, he sounds like a fascinating man that will be deeply missed. As a photographer myself I enjoyed hearing his story of the early days of his industry.

[@Mygrainphotos]

All of our hearts go out to you and we hope you heal and live life for the both you now❤

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Thank you so much.

[@snappiness]

❤thanks for sharing your father with us :)

[@snappiness]

just finished watching all the way through - what a beautiful message and beautiful reminder. Thank you.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

[@SteveSelvidge]

I feel this so much. My father was a musician who inspired me to do the same. I lost him to cancer 11 years ago. Give yourself grace in this, your year of firsts.

[@guidifisio]

When he says that you, with your birth, brought back to him his inspiration after your grandma’s death, wow! You have always been his everything. Beautiful. Condolences and thank you for sharing! ❤

[@robertwhite-photography]

First and foremost, my condolences to you and your family. I lost my dad two years ago, and I know. Secondly, I've never seen your channel but all of a sudden this video popped up on my feed. I'm glad it did. You seem like a nice / pleasant person, and your thumbnail caught my attention. What a powerful photo. And what a great and fascinating message from your dad. God Bless.

[@TheFilmFellow]

My very deepest condolences and wishing you and your family lots of strength in these very difficult days. It's nice to hear him in this video.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

🥹🥹🥹

[@gideonleventhall-airley1501]

May his memory always be a blessing. Wishing you and your family long life and comfort together at this sensitive time.

[@stephencifka4629]

Remembering your dad and finding your own way of keeping him close is sacred work. Thank you for sharing his story.

[@Gregory_Laborde]

He looked and sounded like one of those great speakers who isn’t sure he is a good speaker. He talked about luck and fortune, but in my experience those result from the effort, care, and discipline those people put into their lives. How fortunate you were to have him. And I agree with the other commenters that he was fortunate to have you. As a parent I am sure you know that feeling that comes when you see your children grow and develop on the road to (successful )adulthood. It isn’t pride… it is more than that. He must have felt that about you. Thank you for sharing this tiny bit of celebrating his life!

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Such kind words. We loved each other very much.

[@petesime]

I'm sorry for your loss. He clearly had a life well lived. And what a legacy he left.

[@robf108]

You look like him and seem to have a similar nature What an incredible life.

[@jonathan4940]

Loved that. Thank You very much for Sharing. So sorry about your loss ❤

[@ceekaymoney1]

My condolences. All happens to us so that we can be grateful.

[@matthieuzglurg6015]

Very sorry for your loss, he seemed like a very kind man, full of stories. RIP.

[@turfsmoke3359]

Strong Dad makes a strong daughter - my own Dad passed last year and I feel Your sadness

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Sorry for your loss

[@JohanBertels]

my sincere condolences 🙏 What a wonderful person he was.. It's much more special and he understood that.. Keep his memory alive..

[@barclayjb]

What a wonderful memory. Thank you for sharing. Clearly you were eachother's gift.

[@earlfenwick]

He's definitely a Major Dude! A life well lived.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

100%

[@tonyklein6499]

So sorry for your loss, although as your father shared his story I kept thinking how fortunate you are to have had a parent with his life experiences, creativity and perspectives. Please share his work!

[@tj2375]

I'm so sorry for your lost. Hang on there, rely on the people that love you.

[@gholen]

I'm so so sorry for for your loss, and that of a parent as well. I've been there, and it's hard ass fuck, but you'll get this one. You will. And at times, it will be so so hard but you'll get this one. Allow yourself to grieve, and allow yourself to cry, to be sad, and to be angry.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

[@gholen]

@@OneMonthTwoCameras One thing more : Look at his life, including you and your kids, who would not have been without him, as a histogram of his life, and a contact-card of every smile he ever gave, first, second, or third hand. He will always be a part of you, and of your kids, and thus, his art lives on. And remember to eat my friend.

[@StarrysLostandFound]

I'm so sorry for your lose. Take however much time you need it a difficult time. Lovely Tribute.

[@joco1164]

My condolences. A beautiful life and love.

[@dhlininger3159]

My condolences to you and your family and thank you for showing your father’s talk. While listening to your father talk about his life it brought back memories of my childhood in the fifties and although I grew up in America we went without until the sixties where I experienced the same rebellion and the Beatles. It also reminded me of the photos I took of my parents especially later in their lives. And lastly how much I miss them. I look forward to what I know will be your loving remembrance of your father’s life and work.

[@amdesidik305]

Deeply deeply sorry to hear. Condolences to you

[@syracuselux1450]

A touching tribute to this important, loved, and creative man. Condolences and prayers for you and the family.🤍

[@thedarkslide]

Watching the entire thing - I think I understand why you are sharing this. Thank you. 14:48 "It is absolutely magnificent where we come from. It is absolutely magnificent where we return to."

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

[@linhampton4827]

Thank you for sharing this. Not everyone is left with such a legacy, treasure it.

[@Mrsdls77]

Thank you for introducing your wonderful Father to us. I am so sorry for your loss

[@tylerdoestech]

My prayers are with you and your family during this season of grief. May God bring you comfort and joy as you reflect on your memories of your father and his legacy.

[@pjlou]

my condolences to you and your family.

[@spamllama]

Condolences. Always rough when a parent passes. Thanks for sharing your Dad with us.

[@Riccardo_Mori]

Thanks for this, and for doing this at such a difficult time. I lost my dad in 2017, and seven years later I still feel the ripples of that loss when I'm not feeling at my best. My deepest sympathies. Truly sorry for your loss. Hugs! //Rick

[@ShadesOClarity]

I am a photographer and I am truly sorry. Your video popped up in my feed. Nice tribute.

[@arenalsurferphoto]

Now I understand the strength you have. You are an incredible woman. Because you have had an incredible father. Thanks for sharing this video. Because as your wonderful father says. "follow your dream." Thank you. !Rest in peace!.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

[@neeravnaik]

Love you Ali at this difficult time ❤What an amazing man your father! Lot of us are all in middle age where we think about our lives and what we want from it. Your father seems like discovered something earlier than many and went on his path and took his chances always

[@paulmclinden7046]

From England. You were both blessed to have each other. I look forward to seeing more of your dad's " stuff". By that, I mean everything you have! Be strong, be proud. Lots of hugs.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

[@ericrjennings]

Very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family as you navigate this hard time.

[@quentinnewark2745]

Wonderful. He will be so proud being honoured in this way.

[@daveinportland]

Deepest sympathies on the loss of your father & thank you for sharing this with us.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Thank you, that means a lot.

[@photom3]

Painful as your loss must be I thank you for sharing your dad with us.

[@michelk5]

My condolences! You had a wonderful father, what a life and inspiration! My dad died of Alzheimer too at the age of 90 in 2020. I miss him so much, my tears are coming up when I talk about him or even think about him, even after 4 years. I know how you feel right now, the pain will not desapear so easy but will lower as the times go by. The good memories and photographs will always be there to ease the pain. Michel from Sweden!

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Tack Michel

[@baconfabian]

I am deeply sorry for your loss.

[@juligonzalez686]

So sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing this video , so fascinating. Very much looking forward to sharing his work in the future. I lost my dad last year so I am with you. My dad was the one who instilled the love of photography in me. We both always had a camera with us. Of course I still do! Thanks again for sharing and hugs for you and your family ❤!

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

I'm so sorry to hear that but thank goodness for dad's who gift us with such wonderful interests!

[@banana_necessary]

I'm sorry for your loss. I will say your father had an amazing an interesting life, I think we all would be lucky to have experienced even 10% of it.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Agreed ❤️

[@HowardDavies8]

I am so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful man

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

He really was.

[@stefank58]

Condolences from me her in Sweden. May he Rest In Peace.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Tack

[@MelSauerbeck]

Thank you for sharing this lovely video about your father, I had not seen it before. I have been acquainted with your family for many years, mostly through your mom. Wishing you every blessing, sending much love during this time of heart expansion and renewal ❤

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

All the best Mel

[@andydean9479]

Thank you for sharing such a personal tribute. My sincerest condolences to you and your family.

[@alternatereality7713]

Follow your dream. Thank you for sharing and he's back where we all started - in a better place.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

He is indeed back home.

[@Muhammedamid]

I am genuinely sorry for your loss

[@danlee1811]

What a great speech. Bless you Ali , keep smiling ❤.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

[@suzannepedersen1856]

What an incredible man he sounds like. I am so grateful you shared his words with us. I am also so very sorry for your loss…I know words feel like not enough when you are going through this, please know I am thinking of you and hoping for peace and love in your healing.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

I genuinely appreciate that

[@bmuracki]

I am so sorry for your loss. Your video is much more than a tribute, it is an inspiration for all of us parents: to be - with all our insecurities and struggles - the role models for our children. Thank you for sharing.

[@dfgrama]

My condolences to you and your family! I obviously din not knew your father, but listening to him speak in this TedX talk.. I conected with him in an place beyond space and time, where we all just lead eachother "home"... how RamDass beautifully said it. Thank you, and your father, for your work and passion, and for the wisdome, beauty and truth, you bring to the world trough that work and passion! It is much needed!

[@JohnOpie]

What a wonderful tribute. Amongst all the sorrow, celebrate that you were so blessed to have him as your father! My deepest condolences...

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

The celebration is very much felt.

[@MrMaster72]

Sorry for your loss…your pop was a legend..🙌🏻

[@malcyates]

Ali, this an absolutely brilliant way to celebrate your dad. I can only imagine how much you fun you had with him, growing up. Honest, it's just dust in my eye. Take care.

[@NPJensen]

My condolences. Loosing a parent is one of the most difficult things we have to go through in life. For me loosing my father happened while I was still a child, so the loss was different, but I do understand the grief - especially on a day like today where my mother spent the day in hospital because of chest pains and I spent the day trying not to f up at work. I get the impression your father was a good man, and I can tell there is a lot of your father in you.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Sending thoughts and best wishes to you and your mother.

[@Chezilliam]

My deepest condolences to you and your family.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Thank you.

[@qnetx]

My condolences on your loss.

[@thebiblioholic]

So sorry. My condolences to you and your family.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

much appreciated