Blazing a trail with her unique style, Photographer Megan Winstone gives a voice to the Valleys communities where she grew up. Through her work she centres the characters that she loves and the people who shape the way she sees the world.
WINSTONE, Megan, Valley Gal ©Megan Winstone
WINSTONE, Megan, Lily of the Valley ©Megan Winstone
We met Megan in Abercynon, where she showed us the places that mean so much to her and that continue to inspire her work. From her hairdresser to the fruit and veg shop, we see the sights and the sources of inspiration to Megan's practice.
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Credits:
Content and Locations: Megan Winstone
Filming and editing: Elin Mannion, Craig Harries
Photo assistant: Rebecca White
Megan's Custom Latex: Finley's House
With thanks to Bronwen Colquhoun and Carys Tudor at Amgueddfa Cymru - Museum Wales.
Megan Winstone is a fashion photographer from Abercynon, Rhondda Cynon Taf. Her work is inspired by feminist theory and attempts to demolish society’s expectations of negative body images. Her Welsh heritage is evident in her portfolio, particularly the work commissioned by Stella McCartney, The Face and others.
