The showing of "Red Spiky George" brought more independence to go with the considerable fame now attributed to Alice. Number 54 became a location listed at every advertising agency in London, and Alice became the chosen photographer commissioned by them all. Everything from advertisements to film productions were shot there and if the house did not completely suit the product being advertised or the director of a film, then my sister was whisked away to the preferred location to weave her magic with her lens. Alicia Collinson was the byword used as the measurement of perfection and professionalism in the field of photography. The first and last definitive name on every advertising CEO"s lips. It did not stop at that end of her camera. Manufacturers bid for her endorsement as did film proce
