RB: I was in search of American clients. I was driven by an excitement to work for the American magazines I was starting to work for when I was in London—American Vogue, Interview. They were my most lucrative clients in London. And the photographers I respected most were coming out of America.
LC: Are you still impressed with American photographers?
RB: Hmmm. Well, I feel America is the most comfortable base for me to be still. And I have very opinionated criticisms of the way business is done in London. Recently, I've either shot for English or discussed shooting for English clients and I find it nowhere near as professional as it is here. I have no plans to go back to London. Plus, I think the cosmetic industry is where I've always wanted to head, and there really isn't a cosmetics industry in the UK.
LC: They don't wear a lot of make-up?
RB: That's probably it, nor do they do their hair or nails. I was discussing it with several make-up artists. Appearance and personal care is much less important in the UK. When I was growing up, I didn't know you could go somewhere to get your nails done. They eat their nails instead of painting them. And now I shower once or twice a day.
LC: Is that something you picked up once you moved here?
RB: Yep (laughs)
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