From the moment we met Ben Nason in London back in 2001, he always seems to have had a camera hanging round his neck. At first I thought he might be just another one of those posturing inner city types, getting about with artistic gear designed to impress the ladies but no, turns out he was a real photographer who took real pictures and they were real bloody good. Ben’s work speaks for itself – he is a meticulous craftsman with a gifted eye who continues to search out subjects of fascination. He is holed up these days in the South of France, intent on rebuilding what his sons call The Broken House, and collaborating with a mate on electronic music.

We’ve been fans of the work of Arturo Vera for a while now. The California-based photographer has a rare gift for capturing the most surreal of elements in the everyday lives of his fellow residents, whether it’s at the local swimming pool or nearby on the dustiest of thoroughfares. It’s the kind of thing that can’t be taught – an eye that belongs to the inspired rather than the rabble. Be sure to take a look at his diverse portfolio.

Welcome to Rug Rats – a page dedicated to those who’ve gone above and beyond in name of Morris Etc. Rug Rats come from all walks of life in all shapes and sizes – they are the noble people who have supported, inspired, chipped in and made it all fun. They are individuals with an innate ability to think for themselves.

Included in the Rug Rats mix are those who’ve been kind enough to give one of our rugs a worthy home. Email us a photo of your rug in its new digs and we’ll throw it up on our site. Henceforth, you shall be known as a Rug Rat, one of a select community making a special contribution to Morris Etc. You will not be forgotten…

Joyce Lee – Morris Etc Rug Rat

Joyce Lee boasts an impressive portfolio that includes shoots with a host of prestigious names including Hermès, domino and Teen Vogue. Christened First Choice Joyce after her inspired performance over the two weekends of our photo shoot, Joyce is talented, tireless, and a lot of fun to be around.  Just be wary if she mentions putting together a puzzle…

Joyce Lee – Morris Etc Rug Rat