At first glance we were awed by Pierre Debusschere’s use of light. No wonder then that he lists his biggest influence as the Northern Lights. Though a man of few words, Pierre’s images speak volumes.

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Q&A

Name: Pierre Debusschere
Year of birth: 1984
Nationality: Belgian
Based In: Brussels & London
Website: www.pierredebusschere.com

How did you start your career?
By doing the cover of the show for Brussels Fashion School.

What do you think is your best work so far?
One of the pictures I did for the October issue of Dazed & Confused.

Who or what has influenced you?
Iceland & the Northern Lights.

What is your earliest recollection of noticing or being inspired by photography and/or style?
Music videos.

How would you describe your view of the world?
Looking towards the sun.

What is your favorite childhood memory?
Seeing my first rainbow.

What were you like in high school?
A loner.

What is the hardest thing you’ve ever done?
Talking to people.

Three people you would love to work with:
Show Studio, Raf Simons, Art + Commerce.

Describe your dream project:
To be able to take the 254Forest collective to the next level, to start a magazine.

Where do you find inspiration?
Music + lights.

What worries you?
People.

What are you loving at the moment?
Thinking of all of us together.

What is something unfashionable that you love anyway?
Belgium.

Film or book that has had a big impact on you:
Cindy: The Doll is Mine by Bertrand Bonello

Best advice you have ever been given?
Stop smoking.

What advice would you give to someone starting out in the industry?
Start smoking.

Who do you think is one to watch?
All the people from the 254Forest crew.