Fred Daniels

Fred Daniels (26 July 1892 – 28 February 1959) was an artist and pioneer of film still photography in the British film industry including work with Powell and Pressburger. This was achieved by creating studio portraits of the actors. After a careful rehearsal process which involved making sketches, two or three camera portraits were produced and delivered to the client. A final print was then developed in a larger format. In an effort to avoid mass production and retain creative freedom Daniels maintained copyright of his work. Working on commissions from film, theatre, music and ballet Daniels became a specialist photographer creating portrait photographs from his small studio. Fine art prints were produced and signed Fred Daniels although these are extremely rare. Portraits of Audrey Hepburn and Vivien Leigh are amongst his best known work.