Slow motion @ 300kms per hour Mark ‘Sparky’ Webber, Formula 1 driver

‘Sparky’ is a nickname given to Mark by his
grandfather Clive. This portrait is a dedication to
two men who hugely influenced both Mark and me,
through their humour, morals and values. I had the
privilege to work alongside Clive and Alan (Mark’s
father) at their family business, Bridge Motors, a
petrol station in Queanbeyan, NSW. I was given
responsibilities there at a very young age, which gave
me the confidence in my formative years to pursue
my dreams. This photo was taken at my current
address, Webber Place, when the universe aligned
for us both to be in Queanbeyan. Mark said, ‘When
everything comes together it’s like “slow motion”
at speeds in excess of 300km’. The click of a shutter.
Sparky and I are Queanbeyan lads who chased the
stars, overcoming life’s diversities to fulfil our dreams.
I lived in NYC as a photographer for twenty years.