July 18, 2012
photographer pia ulin
Photography can still seem a male-dominated domain. And while it's possible to rattle off a long list of accomplished female photographers, it's always satisfying to add another woman to the list who's carving out a formidable reputation for herself. Pia Ulin is a Swedish photographer who studied and spends much of her time in New York. She travels constantly for work, thanks to her client base which includes HM HOME, Ikea and Anthropologie, as well as magazines such as Elle Decoration, Martha Stewart and Condé Nast Traveller. Pia has also published two books - Nesting is the most recent - and completed one documentary film.
Which five words best describe you? Spontaneous, fast, passionate, happy, melancholic.
How did you get your career start and what path have you taken since? I studied photography at the International Center of Photography in New York. Then I went back to Stockholm and my work just took off.
What's the best lesson you've learnt along the way? Say yes to everything, and learn as you go along.
What's your proudest career achievement? When Casa Vogue/Italia said they liked my book Nesting.
What's been your best decision? To have children.
Who inspires you? Silence.
What are you passionate about? Finding a home.
Which person, living or dead, would you most like to meet? Georgia O'Keeffe
What dream do you still want to fulfill? Move to Los Angeles.
What are you reading? Living Buddha, Living Christ by Thich Nhat Hanh
images courtesy of pia ulin