Q&A: Scott Lipps
The multi-faceted Scott Lipps has built a name for himself in the rock & roll, modelling, and photography industries. Find out what motivates Scott, both personally and professionally.
WHAT WAS YOUR FAVOURITE PART ABOUT WORKING WITH SQUARE ONE ON THE FALL/WINTER CAMPAIGN?
SL: Loved working with a pro like Hilary. Sean and I are old friends, so it was just like being with extended family! Plus working with the Square One team was awesome.
WHAT IS SOMETHING YOU COULD NOT LIVE WITHOUT?
SL: Probably sushi! Or music… both things I tend to obsess over, coming from the music space and loving great food.
HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR FASHION STYLE IN THREE WORDS OR LESS?
SL: Simple, casual, and cool! (I hope!)
INSTAGRAM OR SNAPCHAT?
SL: Both, but heavy on Instagram for years.
WHAT’S THE LAST THING YOU DO BEFORE GOING TO BED?
SL: Check my phone, or watch a mindless TV show, like Botched!
WHAT’S THE BEST ADVICE YOU WERE EVER GIVEN?
SL: Hard work pays off! So cliché, but sooooo true!
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE FASHION PHOTOGRAPH?
SL: Love pop culture references like Jurgen Teller, Terry Richardson. Steven Klein and Mario Sorrentti for technique.
BLACK & WHITE, OR COLOUR?
SL: Colour.
FILM OR DIGITAL?
SL: Digital for sure—I wouldn’t know how to work a film camera!
LIVING OR DEAD, WHO WOULD YOU LOVE TO PHOTOGRAPH?
SL: John Lennon!