For me Werner Bischof is the greatest photographer of the 20th century. His use of metaphors (vertical representing life, horizontal death), his non invasive approach, his mastery of lighting and his humanity distinguish his work.

Whenever I resent the time I spend on photography I remember Joseph Koudelka's extraordinary commitment. Whenever I am pleased with my work, I recall his haunting images and move on

Hiroh Kikai for me is direct descendent of August Sander.

Her book 'In Britain'is brilliant.

The only photographer to have captured an entire society, August Sander's work is extraordinary.

Saul Leiter's book 'Early Color' liberated me from the shackles of seeking technical perfection.

The State Library of NSW purchased 20 of my works for its collection.

I was a semi-finalist in the 2012 Moran Photographic Prize with 4 of my Lost in Transit images.

To be blogged by Mike Johnson has been the most rewarding recognition to date, if only for the comments made by his readers. Read the blog by clicking Random excellence: John Slaytor

As part of Sydney's HeadOn Photo Fesival, I was invited to exhibit my work 'Lost in transit' at Global Gallery, Paddington.

My portrait 'Young girl in a dance class' was a finalist in the National Portrait Gallery's 2011 National Photographic Portrait Prize

My portrait of Chef Ajoy Joshi of nilgiri's restaurant delivering a tiffin meal to the Lord Mayor of Sydney, Clover Moore,was a finalist in the 2011 Shoot the Chef Competition.

In May 2011 I was invited to take part in the AddOn exhibition, part of the HEADON Photo Festival. This image is in my series, Old men and the sea.

I was a semi-finalist in the 2011 Moran Photographic Prize with my image of a fourteen year old girl putting on her face.

My entry to the 2009 Olive Cotton Award was highly commended.

The National Library of Australia has purchased my works for its permanent collection.