Ruth Medjber is a freelance photographer from Dublin, and founder of Ruthless Imagery.

Since she began her career with Hotpress, Ruth's work has featured in numerous publications including Kerrang, NME and Rolling Stone. 

In 2016, she launched the Women of Notes exhibition with journalist Louise Bruton to highlight the wealth of female talent that Ireland has to offer. She is also the official photographer for Electric Picnic, Home of the Year and Celebrity Masterchef.

In this conversation, James and Ruth speak about the challenges facing self employed creatives in today's climate; how Ruth established herself as a professional photographer; the role of women in the industry and more. 

For more information on Ruth, visit www.ruthlessimagery.com

Cover photo by Jane McGarrigle