Norfolk based commercial photographer Joe Lenton has become one of just 5 photographers in the world to hold the FSICIP title. Joe earned his Fellowship with the Society of International Commercial & Industrial Photographers at The Societies of Photographers Convention in March 2022. His panel of 20 prints of guitars was approved by the judging panel for the title of Fellow. Joe’s theme of choice was guitars. Before being diagnosed with MS after experiencing frightening symptoms in 2012, Joe was a musician and guitar teacher. Photography grew as a therapeutic hobby to help him come to terms with the illness. Now, 10 years later, he has created a guitar themed panel of prints to celebrate the new career that came out of adversity. Joe is a freelance advertising photographer specialising in product photography and architectural photography. He is an Ambassador for The Societies of Photographers and taught 2 Masterclasses on product photography at the 2022 convention. From small local businesses to international brands, Joe works with a variety of clients to help them get noticed and increase sales. With a background in languages and cultural studies, Joe views images as communication tools that do an important job for businesses. The achievement of Fellowship is the highlight of his career so far, which to date has also included over 80 international awards and several Associateships with other societies. He is currently in training as a Junior Judge with The Societies of Photographers. For examples of Joe’s work, please visit his website https://www.joelenton.com Presentation & Judges Images courtesy of Barnett Photo Studio © 2022 All other images © Joe Lenton 2022
