A sad morning watching that. I hadn't realised Chris had died. His documentary of Skinnigrove was one of the most awesome things Id ever seen. I always used to try and imagine how the polite well spoken Gentleman had fit in at Skinnigrove. Knowing just how tough those guys were makes it hard to imagine how they didn't just throw him in the sea upon first meeting him, but they didn't and they took to him and let him document thier lives
Four years have passed and I dont remember watching this video. I recently was invited to view Chris' original Skinnigrove prints and book, at a house in The Village. They spoke very highly of Chris and his family and recalled with great fondness his time in The Village. What I loved about the house I visited was the door was open and people from the village kept popping by for a brew. I feel community spirit is on its last legs in England, but in that one house in Skinnigrove, English community spirit is thriving.
Fascinating stuff, really interesting to see two great British photographers side by side on the sofa. My head likes Martin Parr's work, but my heart LOVES Chris Killips work. I always felt Parrs work was made from a privileged middle class home counties point of view, slightly sneering at those less fortunate, Killips work has dignity and respect running through every caught movement. Really grateful to have the opportunity to see this, respect to Martin and the foundation for doing these conversations. Thank you.
What a great chance to hear from Chris. I was knocked for six by Another Country at the Arnolfini in the 80’s. I had never seen anything so powerful. His work is astonishing, he was a pioneer, and yet so modest.
I was shown his work when I studied at Sheffield Poly (now Hallam Univ) during an exchange semester in1987, and it was important then to see what slowing down, being deliberate and engaged could produce. This way of working is hard for a student to imagine now.
Martin, This is one of my favorite Sofa Sessions that you have made... I must admit that I have not known about Chris before this but will take the time to learn more... Keep up the good work... Take care Paul,,
I like the single street, or 4 street limitations. What a fine way to stick around and test your ability to see. And to try. Determination is key. Good stuff. Rest in power Chris.
I witnessed the gas pipeline which was installed to supply Cleveland Potash Limited where I served my apprenticeship. Years later I was to meet Peter a European UK Engineer during a charity bike ride through Vietnam & Cambodia 🇰🇭 . Much respect your work 💜 in the NE
Hi Craig, it was filmed in June 2018 when Chris visited the foundation. The video is tagged with the date but I have updated the description too. Hope that helps.
A sad morning watching that. I hadn't realised Chris had died. His documentary of Skinnigrove was one of the most awesome things Id ever seen. I always used to try and imagine how the polite well spoken Gentleman had fit in at Skinnigrove. Knowing just how tough those guys were makes it hard to imagine how they didn't just throw him in the sea upon first meeting him, but they didn't and they took to him and let him document thier lives
Four years have passed and I dont remember watching this video. I recently was invited to view Chris' original Skinnigrove prints and book, at a house in The Village. They spoke very highly of Chris and his family and recalled with great fondness his time in The Village. What I loved about the house I visited was the door was open and people from the village kept popping by for a brew. I feel community spirit is on its last legs in England, but in that one house in Skinnigrove, English community spirit is thriving.
Fascinating stuff, really interesting to see two great British photographers side by side on the sofa. My head likes Martin Parr's work, but my heart LOVES Chris Killips work. I always felt Parrs work was made from a privileged middle class home counties point of view, slightly sneering at those less fortunate, Killips work has dignity and respect running through every caught movement. Really grateful to have the opportunity to see this, respect to Martin and the foundation for doing these conversations. Thank you.
Fascinating. One of the great documentary photographers. RIP Chris.
I really love his photos and the way he lay it out 👍
Thanks for commenting Lee
What a contribution to British culture. Such important work
We very much agree @runninblue
One of the guiding lights, thanks for this Martin.
Very interesting interview. Thanks for doing this and indeed sad he died shortly after this despite looking healthy and vibrant.
What a great chance to hear from Chris.
I was knocked for six by Another Country at the Arnolfini in the 80’s. I had never seen anything so powerful. His work is astonishing, he was a pioneer, and yet so modest.
I was shown his work when I studied at Sheffield Poly (now Hallam Univ) during an exchange semester in1987, and it was important then to see what slowing down, being deliberate and engaged could produce. This way of working is hard for a student to imagine now.
Martin,
This is one of my favorite Sofa Sessions that you have made... I must admit that I have not known about Chris before this but will take the time to learn more... Keep up the good work...
Take care
Paul,,
Brilliant guy!
I like the single street, or 4 street limitations. What a fine way to stick around and test your ability to see. And to try. Determination is key. Good stuff. Rest in power Chris.
I witnessed the gas pipeline which was installed to supply Cleveland Potash Limited where I served my apprenticeship. Years later I was to meet Peter a European UK Engineer during a charity bike ride through Vietnam & Cambodia 🇰🇭 . Much respect your work 💜 in the NE
Please interview Paul Hill especially about his b/w personal work!!
Excellent. Thanks for this. When was it filmed - summer 2019?
Hi Craig, it was filmed in June 2018 when Chris visited the foundation. The video is tagged with the date but I have updated the description too. Hope that helps.
Really interesting. Pity about the coal deliveries happening off set, but hey ho.