How Much Does a Shoot Cost?
Why I can't just give you a flat price for a photo shoot. From food styling to cocktail setups, here's what actually determines the cost of a commercial shoot.
Two Decades of Creating (and a Few Lives Along the Way)
From gig posters and touring in bands to graphic design, club nights, and commercial photography. How two decades of creative work all fed into what I do now.
Poland in September: Krakow & Wroclaw
A September solo trip to Krakow and Wroclaw in Poland. What I thought, experienced and photographed in these charming Polish cities.
Commercial vs Artistic Food Photos
Beautiful product photos that don't sell? The key differences between artistic and commercial food photography, and why usable space matters.
Why Photographers Don't Share RAWs
Why photographers don't share RAW files and what clients should know. The professional reasons behind this industry standard and why editing matters.
Phone vs Camera: Travel Photo Test
I left my Canon R5 at home for an Andalusia trip, relying solely on the Xiaomi 15 Ultra. Can a high-end smartphone handle demanding travel photography?
Low Light Photography Without Flash
From blurry disasters to sharp images in near darkness. My gear choices, shooting techniques and editing approach for low light photography without flash.
Focal Lengths: A Beginner's Guide
A plain English guide to focal length in photography. How lens choice from ultra-wide to telephoto affects field of view, depth of field and perspective.
Boudoir Photography Red Flags
Red flags to watch for when choosing a boudoir photographer. What to ask, what to avoid, and how to find a photographer who puts your comfort first.
Understanding Light in Photography
A beginner's guide to light in photography. Lighting direction, hard vs soft light, natural vs artificial, and how to handle poor lighting conditions.
Valencia: Solo Travel Photography
I took a late September solo trip to Valencia. Read my blog to find out what I thought, experienced and photographed in this beautiful Spanish city
Barcelona in Winter: A Photo Guide
A winter trip to Barcelona to escape the UK cold. My experience of the city in off-season, with fewer crowds and plenty of photography opportunities.
Berlin in November: Markets & Photos
This November I decided to take a short solo trip to Berlin to see the Christmas sights, here's my review of the trip along with some photos
Hiring a Camera Lens in the UK
Camera lenses are expensive. If you're not ready to buy, hiring could be the answer. A UK guide to lens rental services and whether it's worth it.
Zadar: Photography in Croatia
This June I decided to take a short solo trip to a hidden gem of the Dalmatian coast, here's my review of the trip along with some photos
What Makes a Commercial Photographer
What separates commercial photography from artistic work? I break down the skills, mindset and business approach that define a commercial photographer.
A Photo Day Trip to Bournemouth
A spontaneous day trip to Bournemouth after a shoot cancellation turned into a rewarding afternoon of beach and street photography along the Dorset coast.