Finding the Frame: Gabriel Hutchinson’s Journey in Focus

In this episode of Creatives Like Us, host Ange sits down with photographer and visual storyteller Gabriel Hutchinson, who shares a candid and often humorous look at his creative journey. From experimenting with a tiny film camera in the Lake District as a child to managing a central London Sainsbury’s before landing an apprenticeship at a photo studio, Gabriel walks us through his unconventional path into photography. He opens up about being thrown out of university, learning from peers, navigating the freelance world, and the invaluable lessons he's picked up along the way, including the importance of storytelling in both life and work.

Now based in Toronto, Gabriel reflects on the challenges of starting over in a new country, chasing meaningful stories through personal projects, and the strange joy of shooting a video shop that still rents out DVDs. With portraits of names like Usher, Olivia Rodrigo, and Pedro Pascal under his belt, Gabriel also shares his thoughts on race and representation in the creative industry and why staying open, curious, and connected has shaped his career more than anything else. It’s an honest, down-to-earth conversation full of insight, inspiration, and a healthy dose of wit.

See Gabriel’s work:

www.gabrielhutchinson.com

Connect with Gabriel:

Email: 

hello@gabrielhutchinson.com

Instagram:

@gabrielreddphoto

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