Over a cup of tea with Iveta Vaivode

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An informal Q & A

Which photographer or artist do you most admire?

Peter Fischli and David Weiss.

What artwork, where money is no object, would you like to hang on your wall?

Gerhard Richter's "Betty" 1988.

What is the best commission you have ever had?

My first fashion shoot. Just because it was my first photography job.

Which famous artists, living or dead, would you invite to a dinner party?

I would rather be one of the guests.

When are you at your happiest?

After the rain has stopped.

What is your most treasured possession?

My Mamiya 7.

What book are you reading at the moment?

"The History of Danish Dreams" by Peter Hoeg.

What made you laugh recently?

"The Big Bang Theory".

What really winds you up?

Unwashed dishes.

Where do you get your inspiration from?

If I only knew, I guess everywhere - people, movies, places, books, situations - even the bad ones.

How you would you like to be remembered?

It would be nice if someone would remember my work.

What music would you like played at your funeral?

Whatever my guests would like to hear.

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