Me, Myself and I.
Some people wear different masks but I’m not afraid of who I am, I’m complicated, and that’s cool. I also understand each of these different parts of me can be explored in different ways and help others along the way. I guess seeing some of the things I’m interested in might give you a clearer picture of the person that I am and how you might be inspired to try something new.
Marcus johnson.
What others Say
British photographer Marcus Johnson Aka only4thebrave, is a rare talent. With work exhibited and published all over the world his work is a mix of erotic and creative influences.
Self-taught he went to college, and experienced his first exhibition and publication before attending university where he specialised in darkroom practices, documentary photography and the constructed image.
He took a short break from photography to pursue a career in research psychology, focusing on gang culture, behaviour and outreach mentoring. He recently decided to pursue his creative career.
He creates stories with the muses, couples and groups that invite you into his world of intimacy while documenting the mood like a fly on the wall, resulting in elegant and sophisticated creative photography with a timeless quality and the perfection of imperfection.
Renowned for being easy to work with, Marcus ensures a comfortable, friendly but always professional atmosphere for every shoot.
Only4thebrave was the result of me wanting to escape my day, which had become rules and red tape, there was no freedom of expression or thinking and everything had to be done the same way. I had always loved photography as it had changed my stars and opened doors so I guess I knew it could do the same again if I was brave enough to take the risk. Only4thebrave was born out of I want to be brave enough to express myself as I once did. In a raw and unfiltered way.
First it was documented lingerie, clothing, then I explored nude and erotic before landing in kink. Now my work is a mix of my styles while I create something stunning so your minds can wonder.
My photographs are described as sensual and erotic, using an alienating and sometimes even raw style. Whether they are portraits, nudes, landscapes or narrated images. My inspiration comes from the likes of Weegee, Nan Goldin and Helmut Newtown so I always want my work to make you want to explore it a little more. I start all work with an idea, then try to match that idea to a person, this isn’t always the case I can start with a plan and it go left, then it’s all about skill, improvisation and intuition. I choose a model and a location and, depending on the weather, mood of the day, model-interaction and the settings, the images are born. I like to work with others, exploring perception and how others see. I spend time looking and watching all kinds of things, people. This aids in the work that I create and how it’s created.
If you work with me on any project, I’m chatty, I ask questions and chilled so you’ll get to know me. I guess that how I help you find your brave side.
Marcus Johnson (alias only4thebrave)
