Spencer Digby had an ability to subtly finesse his portraits and gave tremendous prestige to the art of portraiture in Wellington, most notably with his enduring image of Michael Joseph Savage.
Spencer Digby
Personal details
Full Name:
Spencer Harry Gilbee Digby
Lifetime:
26 Jun 1901 – 22 Jun 1995
Biography
Main image: Portrait of Brian Brake
One of the finest commercial photographers in New Zealand was Spencer Digby. Primarily known for his portrait work, most famously the ubiquitous portrait of Michael Savage, he was committed to producing work of the highest standard regardless of his subject
