The comedian Phil Wang is now publishing a book and his live performances are on Netflix. Life is surely good for Mr Philly Philly Wang Wang! (The idea behind this shoot was to have Phil in the spot light on stage. The man of the moment! We found a small, rundown church in Camden. I brought the spot and the smoke machine and set up so we could see the beam of light on Phil. That is, just after I had found the 5 smoke alarms, dismounted them and hidden them all outside in the bushes to avoid them going off.
Phil was a nice guy. Quiet maybe, but I think he’s openly claimed to be quiet and a little introverted. In fact - that is part of what he’s about. It’s a part of what makes him funny. I find people like me more and find me funnier too - the more quiet I am. Go figure?! (According to my youngest son, I’m the least funny guy in the world. It doesn’t stop me from trying and it’s a badge I carry with pride.)
Shot for Observer Magazine
