Q1 Could you tell us what made you decided to be a photographer?
I always had a passion for photography, especially working in the darkroom, which I began studying as a teenager. |
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Q2 I see many aspects of fashion was your inspiration, could you explain?
Actually my inspiration lies more with creating images and moods and working with the models themselves. Although I enjoy working with fashion, it is often a means to an end.
Q3 What is your best experiences in your carrier?
I have two particular experiences. The first was getting to know the celebrated nude photographer Andreas H. Bitesnich, who inspired me a great deal. The second was my first big commission to photograph for Playboy magazine which was always an ambition of mine.
Q4 Is there an artist who inspires you the most?
I admire the work of many artists and photographers, but if I had to single anyone out, it would probably be Peter Lindbergh and David Lachapelle. |
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Q13 If you could rewrite your history a bit and take on a totally different career or lifestyle, what would it be and why?
I am so happy to be working as a photographer, that I could not possibly imagine doing anything different.
Q14 What are your aspirations?
To release a book, to have a major exhibition and to finally have my own studio. |
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Irene Schaur is a Viennese photographer specializing in celebrity and fashion photography. Her images are known for their provocative sex appeal, and as a woman who photographs almost exclusively women, has always a strong rapport with her models. The tension in her work is seen at its best in the work commissioned by German Playboy and her own personal work, where creativity and eroticism combine to sizzling effect.
Irene began photography as a teenager, and it remains her strongest passion. When not photographing loosely-clad ladies, Irene turns her talents to portraiture. "A good portrait must tell a story" says Irene, who has photographed many celebrities both in Austria and Germany for magazines such as Sport Magazin, First and Flair.
Even with her busy schedule as magazine and advertising photographer, Irene also makes the time to get involved in charity projects, which she finds compelling and rewarding. Last year she twice shot campaigns for the Austrian Aids Charity AIDS HILFE. |
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Q5 Do you have any favorite camera or equipment to work with?
I work with the Canon Mark III.
Q6 Do you have any mentors and if so, who are they?
One and none!
Q7 What do you look out for when you're shooting?
For me the most important aspect is the mood I’m creating. This is something which a combination of photographer and model, and my working relationship with the model is extremely important.
Q8 If you were to take a photo one person, who would that be?
The Dalai Lama
Q9 When is the happiest moment as a photographer?
Naturally the feeling when you know you've taken a great image.
Q10 What beauty means to you?
To me beauty comes through the eyes. |
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Q11 Is there a dream project that you'd like to do?
My dream is still my first big production on location, which may very soon come true...
Q12 Favorite cocktail and where to drink it.
Warm summer night with friends, sitting outside a café in Vienna. A cool beer is preferable to me than any cocktail. |
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