Horst Friedrichs

Horst Friedrichs has worked as a freelance photo-journalist for numerous publications, including The New York Times and The Independent. This particular project focuses on the modern day 'Mod' movement, rather than the actual movement which took place in the 60's and 70's. He does shoot in both black and white and colour but I chose these two photographs because I feel they encapsulate that era in the best way. The way in which he captures the drivers face in the rear view mirror at the exact right moment and position is fantastic. How his face is clear and concentrated yet everything else surrounding him is blurred and speeding by clearly captures the feeling of the decade, and how youth felt time was moving too fast. I just really like the composition of the image below and the inclusion of retro furnishings really makes it feel like the image is vintage.