His introduction to film photography came when a friend gifted him a roll of 35mm Portra 400 film on the eve of his move to New York. There, the boundless photographic opportunities ushered him into a state of catatonic wonder and seeded fresh ideas for future projects. His latest series entitled 'Salad Days' documents regional Australia's skate culture and is a nod to the ephemeral sparks of youth; the ones burning brightest on the dawn of adulthood. For more from James, visit www.james-grundy.com