Terry Heffernan, who brings American icons to life through photography and is influenced by legends like Avedon and Penn, dreams to one day photograph the Smithsonian’s treasures. Terry’s mantra for newcomers: find a mentor and shoot with passion. Beyond photography, he’s a fly-fishing aficionado with a zest for Americana.
Introduction by Kit Hinrichs, Founder, Studio Hinrichs
I have worked with Terry Heffernan on a variety of projects over the past 30 years. In that time, I have never seen his enthusiasm for the photographic image waver, no matter the technological iterations. I have seen him transition from his beloved 8 × 10 view camera to digital formats and the latest photo app on his iPhone with barely a whimper. The exceptional quality of Terry’s work is evident not only in his aesthetic expression but also in his continuous drive to bring out the essence of his subject. His still life photographs of American icons, from flyfishing gear to baseball memorabilia to shoes worn by famous legends, are as evocative as they are beautiful. Terry simply loves making images, whether it’s on assignment for an ad agency or roaming the basement of an obscure museum, searching for one-of-a-kind artifacts. His passion gives power to his photographs.
