cshimokita[Photo Forum Moderator]
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Picture of a watchmaker on tour
Oct 02, 2014,15:17 PM
True to the spirit of the "Triad", we shared a full ninety minutes of shop talk. I enjoyed the personal tour through the oversize book, the contents were remarkable... including the very well done photography.
I picked up on a point when Peter Speake-Marin articulated the thought that a watch should show the passage of time rather than just reflect the moment... In photography many search out the decisive moment... which by parallels can be a bit isolating rather than an integrated part of a inner working.
It was my pleasure to do some portraits, thank you Peter, and for your time which just flew...
Casey
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Speaking with Peter Speake-Marin
By: KIH : October 2nd, 2014-02:51
First, to be honest, I was surprised to see him in suit and tie. My complacent impression of him through all these years was: T-shirt, Jeans, a bit punk and a bit difficult person (sorry!). I don't know why, but I just had that "image" about him for such ...
Thanks for the report Ken. Peter is one of the
By: timerider : October 2nd, 2014-12:25
most talented watchmakers I know and he is also a great guy. I think the Final Word page you put in the article gives one a glimpse of the Man Peter is and the truly remarkable watches show his talent as a watchmaker. The humor, passion for life and brill...
Picture of a watchmaker on tour
By: cshimokita : October 2nd, 2014-15:17
True to the spirit of the "Triad", we shared a full ninety minutes of shop talk. I enjoyed the personal tour through the oversize book, the contents were remarkable... including the very well done photography. I picked up on a point when Peter Speake-Mari...
Really nice report Ken
By: andrewluff : October 3rd, 2014-06:27
Its already been said, but Peter is a really nice guy and I am surprised that you got this feeling, maybe you met him on a bad day as he has a good sense of humour. His watchmaking is second to none and attention to detail is amazing... oh then there is t...