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Elaine Constantine (born 1965 in Bury, Lancashire) is a BAFTA nominated writer/director and photographer, globally recognised for her colourful and upbeat fashion imagery of confident young women.
“Elaine Constantine is known for her unrivalled ability to capture the familiar rituals, kinetic energy and sheer magic of British youth. Constantine came to fame in the ‘90s for her honest, expressive and observational photography first published by The Face magazine.
Jul 8, 2024 · In the early 80s, when she was around the age of 16, British photographer Elaine Constantine found her way onto the dancefloors of local clubs that were hosting Northern Soul nights – a movement that revolved around a particular type of fast-paced Black American soul music.
Sep 20, 2021 · Photographer Elaine Constantine returns to THE FACE with a story that traces the hallmarks of British girlhood: the giggles, clothing, make-up, and hair that flies around and in your face.
Jun 10, 2024 · A new book and exhibition opening at the Martin Parr Foundation in July documents the moment Constantine returned to the northern soul scene after a seven-year hiatus. She had moved to London in her 20s and hadn’t stepped foot in a club since she was living at home up North.
- Orla Brennan
Elaine Constantine is a photographer and film director. She became renowned in the 1990s for her colourful portrayals of British youth culture and shot regularly for clients such as French, Italian and US Vogue, The Face, i-D, W, Vivienne Westwood, Diesel and Burberry.
Feb 7, 2015 · Photographer turned writer and director ELAINE CONSTANTINE talks to BBC Arts about bringing her film about Northern Soul to the big screen. A limited cinema release fuelled by social media...
