My Dad, the Photographer

It's been a week but as I process the loss of my father, I wanted to share his story as a photographer in his own word. While he is now gone, his work lives on and I hope to share a fitting memorial to the man he was and the work he made in the weeks to come.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@hanumanguy]

Dear Alexis, I am just seeing this video now. I am so sorry for your loss. When I first came to your channel I wondered if you were the Alexis I knew from Facebook and Flickre back in the day, that had the famous photographer farther and was connected to the Fairfield Iowa community. I remember one time you posting about traveling to Tahiti to see you dad and I looked up his work at the time. So enjoyed this video of your dad, what a wonderful way to tell us about his life. So rich in experiences and wisdom. Loved the Jean Luc Goddard story. I am still in Iowa and photographing when I can, and I think you pushed me over the edge to pick up a Panasonic G9 for 600 bucks a few months ago! Wishing you healing and all success moving forward and thanks again for sharing this lovely video of your dad - Guy

[@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]

[@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…✌️

[@maciejszot7826]

I've been watching your channel for some time now and I already know where you get such ease of expression. You speak in such simple language and beautifully like a Dad about things that are technically and emotionally complicated.

[@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.

[@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]

🥹❤️💐

[@kaye_rubi]

Sorry for your loss - thank you for sharing this tribute to your Dad💐

[@ogonzilla]

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

[@frankartale1026]

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

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

[@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.

[@MrAlankazzaz]

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

[@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]

[@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

[@gideonleventhall-airley1501]

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

[@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.

[@AngelOrtega84]

It looks like your dad was an awesome guy!

[@stephencifka4629]

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

[@janekeehn3842]

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

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

He was unlike any other

[@jonbuscall8901]

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

[@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.

[@williambillyriley8285]

There are no words. Just love and hugs.X

[@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.

[@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]

❤️❤️❤️

[@chumleyk]

I had no idea John is your father! A great man, wonderful work. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree (photographically). A lovely tribute. Thank you for sharing at this sore time for you x

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Did you know him??

[@chumleyk]

@@OneMonthTwoCameras I didn't but knew of him

[@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.

[@columbia1930]

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

[@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]

[@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.

[@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.

[@eduardocapdeville_mex]

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...

[@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]

🥹🥹🥹

[@Leooo037]

My deep condolences 💐. Thank you so much for sharing your father’s tribute! It was sooo inspirational to me and touch me in a way a can’t explain. Him talking about you touched me because I recently became a father of twin boys! What he said about you meant a lot to me. He’s so proud of you 👏 ❤ you inspire me with your channel 🎉 I try most cameras you review to take photos of my family. Thank you so much 🙏

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

thank you so much

[@johnpoulter]

I am so sorry for your loss, Alex. I know this time well. I thought about you yesterday, right out of the blue. Something I was watching must've triggered the thought, I hadn't seen or heard of any of your videos for sometime, then I just kind of wondered where and how you were, and instinctively hoped you were alright. Then this morning, I click on YT and there you were. I remember the times your dad described, the '60s, everything going on here in England, it was quite something even for a young teen. Then your dad got to about 14:20 and things began to line up. I had an inkling as to what he was going to say and while this is part of a memorial, it's very much about life, and eternal life; there's truth and a message in there. Your dad's a great guy 🙏❤

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

[@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.

[@JohanBertels]

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

[@searam1]

I am so sorry for the loss of your father! My mother passed the same way and you start that process years before they actually leave. Your father was an amazing photographer and I thank you for sharing his work with me and my thoughts and prayers will be for you and your family in this sensitive time. He was one of the greats…

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

I am so sorry to hear about your mother.

[@marcinkane6827]

I just watched a movie about your father. Thank you very much for sharing this intimate film, it really means a lot. Beautiful movie, he was an incredible man and had so much passion. I regret that I won't be able to meet him anymore. I don't know how to say it well in English, but I hug you very tight, stay strong Ali!

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Thank you

[@LuxLaboratories]

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!

[@matthieuzglurg6015]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@spamllama]

Condolences. Always rough when a parent passes. Thanks 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

[@incainapen]

So so sorry for your loss sending love and light plus healing energy ✨️ hope your fathers journey is a gentle one

[@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.

[@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

[@gurhanpekuz1813]

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

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

❤️

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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! ❤

[@photom3]

Painful as your loss must be I thank you 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

[@linhampton4827]

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

[@carlpalmer6095]

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

[@herobear]

Sending heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Your father's pride in your journey and achievements is a lasting legacy. May his memory bring you comfort during this difficult time.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Thank you very much.

[@herobear]

@@OneMonthTwoCameras I deeply sympathize for the loss of such a remarkable person. People like them are becoming rarer...

[@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 .

[@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

[@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]

[@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]

[@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 ❤️

[@amdesidik305]

Deeply deeply sorry to hear. Condolences to you

[@Just-h4k2t]

Sorry for your loss. Thanks for sharing about your father's story.

[@jonathan4940]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@donjagoe]

Wow, exceptional. I’m sorry for your loss. I too had his near-death experience and it is very real and beyond wonderful. He is with you always. Thank you for sharing this.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

That is remarkable to hear! Thank you for sharing.

[@barclayjb]

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

[@edc5338]

Condolences to you and your family and thank you for sharing this video. I listened intently and thought, my God, he would have been a wonderful human being to sit and just talk with for awhile.

[@quentinnewark2745]

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

[@SteveMorton]

My deepest condolences to you and your family. Your father must have been a big inspiration to you, I am sure he gave you a lot of hints and tips in your younger days as a photographer. I loved the talk on the film you shared, so many great memories. I hope he is now at peace. I am sorry for your loss. Take care.

[@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.

[@Mrsdls77]

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

[@patrickrostker6693]

Simply incredible person, what a heart he had, a great message, dreams should be followed. My condolences for your loss, thank you for sharing this with us, take care.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Thank you.

[@joco1164]

My condolences. A beautiful life and love.

[@Ben-cx8de]

Thank you for being brave and sharing this with us, I very much enjoyed listening to your dad’s stories and will look forward to hearing more about him from you in good time. I can see him in you, and you in him. ‘The eyes have it’ as they say. Look after yourself x

[@syracuselux1450]

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

[@daveinportland]

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

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Thank you, that means a lot.

[@m29matt]

I’m so sorry for your loss. It sounds like he had an amazing life, and I’m sure that watching you grow into the wonderful person you are was one of his greatest joys. ❤

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Very kind. He was definitely a proud papa.

[@andydean9479]

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

[@ariaLampadaria]

My deepest condolences to you and your family Ali. You create such beautiful artwork and this is such a beautiful way to celebrate your dads life and i bet he would be really proud of you. He seemed to be a very inspiring person, with such an interesting life.

[@julsdrummer]

You are so amazing and i love the purity of your heart and spirit. Thank you for the opportunity to partake in this homage with you. I am so sorry for your loss. He was a force and you are the byproduct of that and you are so inspiring. Thank you so much , Thank you! Praying for you and your family and your beautiful heart. Take time to yourself 💓

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

so sweet. thank you.

[@julsdrummer]

@@OneMonthTwoCameras You are very welcome 🙏

[@ShaqaliciousTV]

My condolences to you and your family. This was an incredible tribute, and I really enjoyed watching your father speak. I loved his message at the end. It’s so true! I look forward to hearing more about him. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@clarehennessey3653]

I had no idea.Thank you so much for sharing this. My condolences to you and your family.

[@ericrjennings]

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

[@andrewmorrison-blake9167]

I was ggoing to offer my condolences on your loss.But watching this talk , listening to your father I can see that you will never lose him.His influence and impact on the world he inhabited will always be there as I am sure they have been all your life.I look forward to learning more about him when you feel ready to share.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

[@JeffreyHauser]

Condolences on your father’s passing. Hoping you have beautiful memories of your Dad!🙏

[@starscream25]

Deepest condolences. Thank you for sharing your memories and the inspiring life of your father.

[@viniciusyeungyvn]

im sorry for your lost, you are such an inspiration of mine. and I thank your father for everything. take care!

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

Thank you so much

[@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

[@67comet]

All the condolences and deepest sympathy to you and your family .. Big hugs, and what a wonderful way to introduce us to him and his life .. Follow your dream ..

[@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.

[@Muhammedamid]

I am genuinely sorry for your loss