Hey Patrick! This is always a tricky questions and it can be quite temperamental as well. Photographically speaking, I can never quite get away from Dick Avedon's work. He had a connection with his clients like no other. Corinne Day is another favorite. Her photos bring such a real, feminine beauty that most others don't translate. I really enjoy Peter Lindbergh as well. A fourth would be Paolo Ventura, just as an honorable mention.

My top three inspirations for what? Photo? Life? Finance? If it was for my photo art/business I would say my clients inspire me to be my best. Boutique retailers inspire me to offer something unique and to truly serve people. The Bible inspires me to have a work ethic yet remain balanced, to be a giver with what I'm given and to be kind to everyone. I hope that helps :)