SHOOTER: PAUL WARING

Name: Paul Waring
Age: 19
Location: Liverpool, UK

How long have you been shooting?
Seriously, I’d say about two years, but I had cameras before that and I’ve had a slight interest in photography for a while.

Film or digital?
Pretty much all digital. I have nothing against film. It can be great, but for me personally, and my work, digital is just so much more convenient. I love shooting and seeing what I’ve got, as well as letting everyone else being able to see straight away.

Best thing you’ve ever shot?
I’d like to say it’s still to come. BMX wise, a lot of people I shoot with are learning new stuff and getting amazing so fast, that whenever I shoot with them, everything is so much better than last time!

Fave rider to shoot with?
Well, I’ve got a couple. I generally enjoy shooting with people who are going to do something amazing. But it’s also good to have somebody who is patient with me and doesn’t mind doing it “one more time.” If I want to shoot photos, I’ll generally phone Bengo or Harry Main. One for park, one for street, and they never seem to slow down learning new things.

Dream rider to shoot with?
I wouldn’t say I’d like to shoot with one certain person. But I would love to follow a Props Road Fools or a similar roadtrip with amazing riders. Maybe one day…

What do you tell security when the try to throw you out of spots for taking pics?
Well, I find most of the time, they don’t listen to anything. But I generally try telling them that we’re shooting for a magazine (even though I’m not...)

Fave BMX photographer?
There’s a few. Rob Dolecki is just amazing. I really like Ricky Adam’s stuff too. I tagged along on a 2-Hip UK tour for the Leeds leg of the trip, and I just enjoyed watching everything that was set up. I love watching how other photographers work, and watching one of the best was great teaching for me. 

What do you want to be when you grow up?
Well, I’ve been getting more and more into the fashion side of photography and some commercial stuff too. I know that there isn’t a lot of money in BMX photography, and I really enjoy shooting other things too. If I could make a full-time living out of shooting photos, I’d be the happiest guy in the world.

Where can we see more of your work?
I have my Web site, www.paul-waring.com. It has quite a bit of BMX stuff on there, and also a load of my other work. Check it out…