2012 is only a few days old and it has already claimed the scalp of one of the UK’s major high street photography businesses – Double Take, bringing back the memories of Olan Mills closing a few years before.
I am particularly saddened about the demise of Double Take because it’s establishment and growth was quite an audacious and impressive business move for the owners who themselves where not photographers – either by trade or calling. And whilst there were other reputable studios such as Gloss (known as Cover Shot) who had cornered the makeover photography market. The arrival and success of Double Take proved that with drive, imagination and wit – anything was achievable and inspired me to pursue my dream of establishing my own high street studio.
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by JO
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