Topic: Simon Harper (Read 12365 times)

haefnerphoto · « **on:** February 27, 2015, 10:41:24 am »

Folks, I found out today that one of the talented contributors to this forum passed away yesterday. I found out through Facebook and don't have any specifics. Simon and I developed a friendship over the years based on our shared appreciation of studio work and occasionally we'd talk to each other over the phone about the trials and tribulations of the automotive business. He was an incredibly talented photographer with an unmatched passion for detail. I know he felt this forum was a wonderful opportunity to learn and share, I'll certainly miss seeing what's he's been working on. Jim

ErikKaffehr · « **Reply #1 on:** February 27, 2015, 11:03:28 am »

Sad to hear, he was a good guy and I guess we are many who will miss him!

Best regards
Erik

Quote from: haefnerphoto on February 27, 2015, 10:41:24 am

Folks, I found out today that one of the talented contributors to this forum passed away yesterday. I found out through Facebook and don't have any specifics. Simon and I developed a friendship over the years based on our shared appreciation of studio work and occasionally we'd talk to each other over the phone about the trials and tribulations of the automotive business. He was an incredibly talented photographer with an unmatched passion for detail. I know he felt this forum was a wonderful opportunity to learn and share, I'll certainly miss seeing what's he's been working on. Jim

Slobodan Blagojevic · « **Reply #2 on:** February 27, 2015, 12:14:33 pm »

Another sad news and loss of a great member ("allegretto" passed away last month). My condolences to Simon's friends and family.

paulmoorestudio · « **Reply #3 on:** February 27, 2015, 12:25:14 pm »

an excellent photographer, rip.

Eric Myrvaagnes · « **Reply #4 on:** February 27, 2015, 12:25:15 pm »

That is very sad news.
I have always admired his work and his willingness to share it with us on LuLa.
I'm sure many of us non-pros will miss him.

Steve Hendrix · « **Reply #5 on:** February 27, 2015, 12:43:55 pm »

Wow, what terrible news. Jim, thank you for letting everyone know. It's never an easy task, being the bearer of such bad news.

klane · « **Reply #6 on:** February 27, 2015, 01:36:21 pm »

Seriously shocking... just had a conversation with him a a couple of weeks ago. Very sad news indeed.

yaya · « **Reply #7 on:** February 27, 2015, 01:53:44 pm »

RIP Simon, you will be missed!!!

bcooter · « **Reply #8 on:** February 27, 2015, 02:37:26 pm »

Simon could shoot, stayed modern though continued producing a very high level of professional work, which is very difficult in today's atmosphere.

He was unique and worked at a very high level.

As everyone my condolences to his family and close friends.

I will miss him.

BC

KAHA · « **Reply #9 on:** February 27, 2015, 06:26:31 pm »

This is truly tragic news, I'm so sorry to hear this and my deep heart felt Condolences go out to his friends, colleagues and family.
I've confirmed Simon's sudden and tragic passing here in NZ with a reliable source and it is a shock to his work associates. It grieves me to hear the sad news.

Na hoki atu aianei, haere hoki i runga i te rangimarie (Wherefore now return, and go in peace)

ACH DIGITAL · « **Reply #10 on:** February 27, 2015, 06:40:11 pm »

Just can't believe it. We exchange so much information over time and he was such avid photographer.
So sad.

David Anderson · « **Reply #11 on:** February 27, 2015, 06:48:01 pm »

Sad news.
Simon was very helpful to me directly in comparing the 810/800e and some lens issues and sent through a lot of messages on the subject as well as his posts.
It's great to get advice directly from such a talented and long standing photographer..

RIP mate.

BernardLanguillier · « **Reply #12 on:** February 27, 2015, 07:01:35 pm »

Very sad to read this, Simon was a great photographer indeed.

Most sincere condolences to his family.

Bernard

Chris Livsey · « **Reply #13 on:** February 28, 2015, 03:42:13 am »

"Rage, rage against the dying of the light"
Dylan Thomas 1951

R.I.P.

Dustbak · « **Reply #14 on:** February 28, 2015, 04:06:43 am »

I only knew Simon from this site but it does feel a friend has passed. Aweful news, he will be missed.

Thank you for sharing this news Jim, that is very much appreciated.

kers · « **Reply #15 on:** February 28, 2015, 04:20:11 am »

+1 i only know him for his postings - and i liked those.
I just looked at his site to see he has done a lot of different photography and at a very high level.
salute

mitchino · « **Reply #16 on:** February 28, 2015, 04:27:47 am »

One of the nicest and most talented people on LL. Truly shocking news.

fdisilvestro · « **Reply #17 on:** February 28, 2015, 05:01:58 am »

R.I.P. He will be missed!

JoeKitchen · « **Reply #18 on:** February 28, 2015, 10:33:33 am »

Very Sad. I always enjoyed his posts and comments.

Guy Mancuso · « **Reply #19 on:** February 28, 2015, 06:21:20 pm »

Very sad news indeed. Another loss for the photo industry

My condolences to his family and friends.

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