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Spring is the time for new beginnings as the weather turns warmer, flowers begin to bloom and the streets are alive with people emerging from their winter cocoons. This is also a time of renewal for Hasselblad. As always, we have been exploring fresh ideas about how we can meet the evolving needs of our customers and are proud to announce the formation of a Special Applications Department. As the Global Special Applications Manager, I’m excited to head up this new initiative and have the opportunity to work with Hasselblad users to expand our product line-up into specialized photographic fields. With a strong heritage in airborne photography – from the first Hasselblad camera made in 1941 for the Swedish Air Force to its collaborations with NASA – we thought it made sense to make aerial photography the initial focus of the Special Applications Department. But it’s not only past experience that makes our cameras ideal for flight. We continuously monitor the changes in aerial photography so we can deliver the best products for this highly demanding specialty, whether you’re shooting beautiful images for commercial assignments, surveying a construction site, documenting environmental changes or tasked with conducting multi-camera photogrammetric mapping. Thanks to the incredible team here at Hasselblad, we now have a range of aerial solutions based on our flagship line of H4D cameras. The core strengths of the H4D family, combined with unique production methods and features specially developed for airborne use, as well as an array of custom hardware and software options, are designed to support the versatile needs of today’s aerial photographers. You can read more about our aerial solutions on page four and www.hasselbladaerial.com. You’ll find some striking examples of aerial photography by Hasselblad Master, Stephan Zirwes in this issue of VICTOR. Often found dangling out of helicopters, Zirwes is best known for his visually intriguing images captured from above. Also gracing the pages of this issue are the images of fashion photographer, Dimitris Theocharis. Although Theocharis usually has both feet on the ground (or on a ladder) when he shoots, his unique perspective on fashion is a feast for the eyes. And, finally, be sure to check out the stunning architectural work of Andrew Thomas Ryan, April's Hasselblad Owners’ Club winner. Please enjoy this issue and be sure to keep sending us your feedback so we can continue to make Hasselblad products the best they can be.

Fashion photographer Dimitris Theocharis draws inspiration by movie director Werner Fassbinder for this shot

4 >> News New Global Photographer Relations Manager: Hasselblad welcomes Paul Waterworth as its new Global Photographer Relations Manager · Special Applications Department: new department to meet the needs of photographers working in specialized fields.

6 >> Dimitris Theocharis Drawing on multiple artistic and cultural icons, Dimitris Theocharis creates extraordinary imagery. His experimentation breaks the boundaries of standard fashion photography as he creates poetic – and unique – narratives with an essence of nostalgia.

26 >> Andrew Thomas Ryan Users of the Hasselblad Owners’ Club have chosen an image by American architectural photographer Andy Ryan. At VICTOR online he introduces some of his photographs and discusses the role fate (and weather) played in capturing the winning shot.

30 >> Stephan Zirwes Known for his aerial photographs, German Hasselblad Master Stephan Zirwes’ images are eye-catching in the abstract and take on greater meaning when placed in context. His images show us a new reality and that even chaos has structure.

42 >> preview Award-winning British photographer Sean Conboy has more than 30 years’ professional experience. Conboy has a penchant for large format cameras and uses both Hasselblad and Linhof systems to create his dramatic architectural images.

Yours, Benny Buchtrup, Global Special Applications Manager Hasselblad A/S

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victornEWS Paul Waterworth new Global Photographer Relations Manager

Hasselblad new Special Applications Department

In a move emphasizing Hasselblad’s commitment to its legion of worldwide users, Paul Waterworth (40) has been named the company’s new Global Photographer Relations Manager. Already familiar to many Hasselblad UK users after having held the role of Northern Area Sales Manager for the past three years, Paul is looking forward to overseeing the development and enhancement of Hasselblad’s support to the international photographic community. One of the key points Paul is looking to address is support for the large number of professional photographers using older Hasselblad H1/H2 or V-series cameras with proprietary backs. “I’ll also be talking to 35mm-style DSLR users to encourage them to see what the world of medium format can offer their businesses,” he says. He’ll also be overseeing the Hasselblad Owners’ Club, the running of VICTOR Magazine and the prestigious Masters program, while he’s further tasked with strengthening and extending the relationship between Hasselblad and its business partners, which includes HP, SanDisk, Broncolor and Hahnemühle.

Recognizing the changing landscape of photography, Hasselblad has formed a new Special Applications Department to address the needs of photographers working in special fields by expanding its line of products and solutions. Given Hasselblad’s unique background in aerial photography, there’s no better way to begin this initiative than with a line of aerial products and solutions. With the flagship line of H4D cameras at its core, Hasselblad’s Aerial system can expertly handle any aerial task, whether it’s a single photographer operating one camera or a team working with a complex multi-camera configuration (up to 8 cameras can be synchronized). In addition to the amazing quality, detail and advanced technology the H4D and Hasselblad lenses are known for, special production methods have been utilized to ensure a high level of sensor and image plane positioning accuracy and locking mechanisms that can counteract aircraft vibration, to name just a few of the system’s strengths. Customization such as the removal of the IR filter, the addition of a GPS, touchscreen remote control from the cockpit, special firmware for mirror-lock up, among other options, are also available. Customers who may need to build their own specialized applications for controlling the camera from the user’s own software can do so with Hasselblad’s Software Developer’s Kit. With Hasselblad’s H4D Aerial system, the possibilities are unlimited. Further information can be found at: www.hasselbladaerial.com ■

An experienced photographer himself, Paul is looking to engage with the entire Hasselblad community. “Everyone is important to me,” he says, “and I want to make sure that we reach out to all those working with a Hasselblad. Thanks to the rise of the Internet and social media sites the world is now a much smaller place. It’s important to recognize this and to engage and support Hasselblad users wherever they might happen to be in the world.” ■

This night-time aerial shot of Las Vegas was captured by Global Special Applications Manager Benny Buchtrup during the annual conference for Professional Aerial Photographers Association.

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Hasselblad users all over the world exchange news on the Hasselblad Owners’ Club (HOC) site. At the end of April, registered users chose a new Photo of the Month, taken by Juan Rodrigo. With this picture, the Spanish photographer prevailed over the strong competition. We will fully introduce him in the June issue of VICTOR online. ■

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dimitris theocharis Freelance fashion photographer Dimitris Theocharis loves to experiment and push the boundaries of what is the “norm” in fashion photography. With his insatiable curiosity and a background in the visual arts, he draws inspiration from a wide range of sources including photography, art, history and film.

Commissioned by Schön magazine for their German issue, Theocharis created a high contrast black and white fashion story, photographed exclusively from overhead. The inspiration for "Fashionism" came from the Fascist fashion of World War II.

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Initially commissioned by Geil magazine, this Jean Paul Gaultier advertorial appeared in Schรถn magazine. Theocharis describes this shoot as "more of a tribute to the long tradition of JPG (le Male by Mondino), the sailor as portrayed by Fassbinder in "Querelle" and the iconic work of Pierre et Gilles."

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Inspired by RenĂŠ Magritte and Man Ray, Theocharis explored surrealism and illusions within the context of a beauty story for WOUND magazine

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Based purely on the form and shapes created by the body, Theocharis made these photographs for Prim Magazine and I Love Fake Magazine

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These "indigo" images, published in The Ones to Watch Magazine, are part of Theocharis' color trilogy. For inspiration, the photographer "looked at the era of enchantment, Rorschachâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drawings, Francis Bacon, Picassoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s blue period, textured lightning, electronic soundscapes, jelly fish (medusa)."

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Like the images on pages 10 and 11, Theocharis was influenced by Magritte and Man Ray for this spread in WOUND magazine

These powerful images were created for the capitalism and social justice issue of Twill Magazine. Theocharis drew from his extensive knowledge of the fine arts and was influenced, in part, by the "reprehensions of Lady Justice" in sculptures and paintings

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Left: Nastya Kunskaya, Saint Tropez, 2009: “Amedeo’s compositions are put together with his own, unique twist – something that is difficult to find in photographers nowadays.” Right: Anta Fall, Cannes, 2007

With a nod to the Dukes of Hazzard and 70's pin-up posters, Theocharis staged these cowboy images of actor/model/fashion designer Tony Ward.

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A touch of '90's glamour with a twist, a la French fashion photographer, Guy Bourdin.

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Portfolio Dimitris Theocharis

Born in the U.S., fashion photographer Dimitris Theocharis moved to Greece with his family when he was still an infant. Growing up, he developed a passion for the visual arts which eventually led him to the U.K where he studied fine art at Northumbria University in Newcastle. After he left University, Theocharis purchased his first “proper” camera and began to photograph “anything that challenged, interested or fascinated” him, slowly developing a photographic portfolio. With camera in hand, he then moved to London to study photography at Westminster University in 2001. Experimentation and pushing boundaries was – and still is – the norm for Theocharis, whose conceptual approach to photography is evident in his portfolio today, whether he’s referencing the Dukes of Hazzard, French fashion photographer Guy Bourdin, or a Fassbinder film. In late 2003, Theocharis working on various fashion and lifestyle publications such as Harrods, reFRESH and Champneys magazines with Swan Publishing. While at Swan, Theocharis began freelancing and word of mouth – thanks in part to a successful campaign for the jeweler Tateossian – quickly brought commissions and projects that allowed him to go out on his own. Theocharis told us that freelance work was more suited to his temperament since it allowed him “to pursue creative and exciting projects, to work with young designers and up-and-coming fashion houses, to experiment and to grow both as a photographer and an artist.” Influenced by and, more importantly, inspired by the works of great artists such as Marcel Duchamp, Man Ray, Joan Miro, Theocharis’ work is often described as “surreal,” “unique,” and, “colorful.” Inspiration for his work, says Theocharis, also comes from “constantly quesIn this tribute to Mondrian, the graphic design and colors of the models' make-up clearly define Theocharis' reference to the Dutch painter. By using colored lighting, along with graphical make-up, Theocharis adds an extra dimension to his images

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tioning and challenging the ‘norms’ of fashion, cultural conditioning, stereotypes, mortality and the significance of the individual within society.” It’s no surprise, then, that he is “drawn to work with designers who encourage or create trends that don’t follow the mainstream.” Of course, there is some pressure to conform and stay within limits to meet the needs of advertisers. But he is encouraged by the ever-changing nature of fashion and shifting perceptions of beauty. “Fortunately,” says Theocharis, “our world is becoming increasingly diverse and open to experimentation and new ideas.” Theocharis’ work has been widely published in magazines such as Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and Schön magazine and has collaborated with a diverse list of clients and designers including Jacques Azagury, Unconditional, Rodnik and Ioannis Dimitrousis. His portfolio also includes photographs of celebrities – Tony Ward, Orlando Bloom and Luke Worrall, to name just a few. Whether he’s photographing high fashion, a conceptual piece or the latest celebrity, Theocharis is – in his words – “quite monogamous” when it comes to cameras. Introduced to Hasselblad while a student, he fell in love with the format and the lenses. About eight years ago he purchased a 6x6 500C/M, an H3D-39 about four years ago and looks forward to upgrading to an H4D-60. “Since then,” he says, “I have never looked back. Hasselblad is, without a doubt, the best altogether solution, whether in studio or on location.” Theocharis has a busy schedule with upcoming editorial and advertising projects through the summer but is especially excited by the prospect of a solo exhibition in London next year showcasing a series of bodyscapes. ■ www.dimitristheocharis.com

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Andrew Thomas Ryan Members of the Hasselblad Owners’ Club have chosen a picture by Andrew Ryan as Photo of the Month. Introducing the American architectural photographer and his aesthetic world

It was almost dusk when Andy Ryan took the winning Hasselblad Owners’ Club photo (top right). As Ryan waited for the Harvest Moon to rise into perfect position over Simmons Hall at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a low cloud bank rolled in, blanketing the sky. “I almost went home,” he confesses, ”because I was so fixed on getting the moon rise in the shot.” Instead, Ryan walked around to the other side of the building. “By that time,” he explains, “the light from the street and from the building went up to the cloud bank, which acted like a reflector, and made this beautiful light, which wouldn’t have happened if that cloud bank wasn’t there.” By using a 300mm lens on his Hasselblad 503CW, Ryan was able to compress the building in a way that it “really struck a chord” with Steven Holl, Simmons Hall’s award-winning architect. “The challenge in photographing a building,” says Ryan, is to “understand the imaginative component of the creator, to understand his ideal of the building and realize it in real life. You have to capture the soul of the building.” Ryan transitioned from film to digital with the Imacon 4040, then the Hasselblad Ixpress 528C and the H3DII. At the same time, he began implementing HDR techniques to create images that “appear true to the human eye’s dynamic range” and continues to explore new ways to keep his photography fresh and ahead of the curve. Vita: Born in Norwood, Massachusetts in 1963. Has photographed the work of renowned architects such as Steven Holl and Frank Gehry. Also an accomplished food photographer. www.andyryan.com www.hasselblad.com

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stephan zirwes Hasselblad Master Stephan Zirwes created a series of aerial photographs with an H3DII-50 for the book “Hasselblad Masters Vol. 2 – Emotion” that are visually intriguing and emotionally relevant for the time. Photographed while the airspace over Europe was closed due to the ash cloud produced by the Icelandic volcano Eyjafjallajokull, Zirwes captured the stillness of the airport – usually a place of noise and chaos – but now, “suddenly a place of silence, a private quiet place.” At the same time, he adds, “for a lot of passengers, these days were full of emotions” as their travel plans came to a halt. He goes on to say that, “My whole work is based on playing. That means, for me, to experiment with the accident. To shoot pictures straight down shows a reality that fascinated me, a reality you never knew. You have the possibility to show things that are hidden from the daily view.” His images are eye-catching in the abstract and take on greater meaning when put into context. “I can show constructions as a whole,” explains Zirwes, “and you find that even chaos has its own structure.” Hanging out of a helicopter, Zirwes searches for “landscapes with patterns, structures, connections, uniformities and contrasts.” Removing the door from the helicopter is “not a problem,” according to Zirwes, who goes on to say that when you are “searching for structures down on earth, you forget your fear of heights.” We look forward to seeing the results of his next project, “Zones of exclusion.” www.stephanzirwes.com www.hasselblad.com

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Next victor online: 1 June 2011 Be surprised by inspiring portfolios, keep up-to-date with the most significant photographic trends and read leading news for the photography community. On June 1st, 2011, check your monitor for the next issue of VICTOR online.

Sean Conboy >> dramatic architecture – from large-scale to fine detail

Mark Zibert >> remarkable plastic fantastic imagery

>> Discover the aesthetic world of the photographer who took the Hasselblad Owners’ Club photo of the month: Juan Rodrigo

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