Vegas Baby!

I got to embark on an exhilarating journey with 16K Agency as I dived into another Grand Prix, this time in Las Vegas. This content creation project aimed to document the raw energy, intense competition, and vibrant atmosphere surrounding the Grand Prix through the lens of captivating photography.

Beyond the track, the project also peeled back the curtain to reveal the behind-the-scenes world of the Grand Prix. Candid shots of pit crews, mechanics at work, and drivers in preparation will provide a holistic view of the dedication and teamwork required for success in the racing world. The brief was to capture guest and experiences faced during the premium experience of the Formula 1 Las Vegas. It is about a celebration that brings together fans from around the world. My photographs captured the passion and enthusiasm of the crowd, emphasised the shared excitement that filled atmosphere.

Drgnfly Dorchester, Now Open!

In my recent indoor photoshoot at the newly opened Drgnfly situated in Brewery Square, Dorset, I aimed to capture the essence of the culinary experience and the Pan Asian elegant design. In each image I aimed to bring the ambiance and flavors of the Drgnfly to life.

The play of ambient lighting was a bit of a struggle especially as I was unable to use flash in order to not disturb the customers. This was overcome with adjusting the white balance and retaining the stability of how I was taking each image. High ISO and post production was also a big factor in getting this cooler for the Drgnfly aesthetic. Carefully selected angles allowed me to showcase the unique personality of the restaurant, also showcasing the finer details that created a sense of Asia. From the warm hues of the dining area to the subtle highlights on delectable dishes, every detail was meticulously considered to convey the inviting atmosphere of the venue.

I focused not only on the food but also on the moments shared within the restaurant's walls. Candid shots of diners engrossed in conversation, the skillful choreography of kitchen staff, and the interplay of shadows and reflections all contribute to a narrative that goes beyond the plate. Each photograph is a visual tale, telling the story of a culinary journey and the emotions it evokes.

My approach to this photoshoot was to bring this new restaurant to life and to allow the Drgnfly to present a visual experience that goes beyond the palate. The images capture the interplay of textures, colors, and aromas, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the sensorial experience of the restaurant.

Getting cosy on set shooting Kahuku Autumn Winter Campaign

A lifestyle photography shoot located at Sculptures By The Lakes in Dorset. Kahuku is a footwear brand designed in Hawaii however, came to me looking for an Autumn/Winter campaign. The goal was to keep the ‘Aloha spirit’ in mind but also show off their outdoor / indoor durability. I wanted to evoke feelings of relaxation and tranquility in the narrative of the photoshoot. I produced a series of lifestyle photography and 3 brand reels of different outdoor/indoor scenarios.

Bank Holiday Photography Commission spent at South Deep

I have been working down the beautiful Parkstone Bay Marina in Poole, Dorset for several years with my Photography and Social Media clients Dromeas Yachts UK . South Deep is situated on the Marina’s edge and it was a pleasure to spend the bank holiday weekend photographing fresh portfolio of lifestyle content during the members summer launch night for Jimmy and the team at South Deep.

Milly Mauder Adventures x India Rose Creative

A recent photography commission for British jewellery designer and maker, Milly Maunder based in Devon. Milly makes and designs beautiful handcrafted Granulation jewellery. After learning that Milly created her jewellery being inspired by texture and organic design, I wanted to produce a lifestyle photoshoot to portray just that! Based in the Dorset countryside, it was easy for me to find the right location to conduct this photoshoot with model/artist Amy Balch. Check out the portfolio here

Photography at Sunset with Dromeas Yachts Channel Islands

I’ve had a great weekend in the Channel Islands with Dromeas Yachts . A day at sea creating content and brand photography AND getting to explore Jersey before driving into an amazing sunset. I am so happy with these results!

Bike Night at Locket Fuel

An evening spent at Locket Fuel! A recent content commission to kick start a new weekly event at Ashley Automotive, Bournemouth, Dorset. Head down every Thursday night for cool bikes, cool cars and a tasty hog roast!

The Dorset Cider Makers

This is a recent commission with Dorset Nectar Cider Company! As a local company based near Bridport, Dorset, I have known The Strong family for a long time. We have remained in contact as local cider suppliers to the family business Your Village Stores 

Ryan at Dorset Nectar Cider got in touch after recent developments at the farm and looking for a collection of brand new content to help push Dorset Nectars visual presence and promote the new changes happening in the business. 

With so many parts of the Cider making process to cover, I wanted to make sure the full story was captured as also the new developments such as cider tours, tastings and the new tasting room and shop.

Creating the right content for your brand

A project for me is about finding a story within every commission I receive from a brand or business. I want to focus on telling that untold story, capturing those pieces of development that go into a business. The effort of work that your customers don’t see when you sell them a product is, for me, the most important part of content creation. It’s more how a business gets to the end result than the end result itself. Having a background in marketing and content management, I can really see an importance in content creation that brings a product to life. My work is majority lifestyle photography, selling a product in an environment that helps to create a story.

The art of marketing is prompting your customer to think and act in a certain way. My approach when working with brands is to do this by capturing attention to detail and the ‘behind the scene’ energy that changes the mindset of the viewer. Instead of appreciating a clean end result, I want them too appreciate the work and craftsmanship that got the clean end result. This then creates an emotional response in a viewer and gives them a sense of trust and personal attachment to a brand as they have now understood and witnessed the ‘whole story’ of your brand or business.

My own content creation example of this for India Rose Creative was created by Rob Aldous during a recent project with @peggyporschenofficial. This is a behind the scenes video lets my viewers see how I work and a little more insight about me rather than focusing on the my end result, the photography.

Content Creation with Herald Motor Company

I met the team at Herald Motor Company last year at the Malle Mile where I got the chance to test out the Herald Maverick. A year later I got back in touch as I was super excited about creating a series of lifestyle content with a collaboration with my Defender and MotoTote Carriers. Based in the Dorset countryside, I headed back to one of my favourite shooting locations to get a series of track and trail photographs as well as a short film - filmed by Max Bartholomew

'Tender' An experimental series with Candace Campbell

The strange hue and dull sun was due to rise. The atmospheric mixture of sand and dust was blown from the Sahara Desert forming hazy skies that impeded the suns rays. Found along the South West coast path, Eype Beach, Dorset, offers a peaceful seclusion where the single fisherman rises from his tent at dawn. Little fishing boats up turned on the bay and the sense of untouched land was apparent. Hidden away from more popular beaches along the Jurassic Coastline, Eype had a sense of mystery. The mystery was timeless. Everything seemed untouched by humans apart from the faded life-ring and rickety banisters. Even the car park sign was handwritten on a cardboard sign cable tied to a stump in the ground.

In these particular photos I wanted to create a contrast, a connection between human interaction and a tranquil untouched bay. A sense of discovery and timelessness. This series is called ‘Tender’.

Model: Candace Campbell

On Location with We Are Nuevo...

A new agency on the scene! Photographed in the New Forest, I had the opportunity last winter to produce a new series of work with creative agency, We Are Nuevo. A team of experts experienced in working with leading global brands in a sustainable way.

“Our strategy is to keep our processes clean. Creativity should not kill the planet.”

The shoot was kept natural, environmental and local to base in Dorset. With a strategy to keep their processes clean, Nuevo needed some new photography and content to represent this. Taking my ‘natural, behind the scene’ approach and by keeping the shoot natural in this chosen environment, I think we were able to achieve this.

New Brand. New Content. Hayden Hill - Coming Soon...

With sustainability blooming within the fashion industry I couldn't resist picking up a new project with Hayden Hill. A brand new brand based in the USA and UK, it seemed like an exciting opportunity to launch this brand into a market that is massively growing within the fashion industry. Hayden Hill is soon to be launching a collection of sustainable and eco friendly made garment storage pieces. With regular content creation and social strategy days lined up, it's going to be exciting to be involved in the growth of a new brand. Watch this space! First content photography shoot took place in my studio in Dorset and the Dorset countryside.

Howes and Wayko

Beautifully handcrafted in Great Britain, Howes and Wayko London work with textures, colours and sustainable exotic materials to produce the finest luxury countryside and shooting clothing and accessories. Shot in Somerset at the Owl Lodge Shooting School, this photography shoot aims to capture these beautiful qualities and bring the details to life within the countryside environment.

On Home Turf with Candace Campbell

It’s been a while since I have done a photography project for myself. I love experimenting with fashion and styling and fashion photography really does allow you to experiment with so much. From lighting, equipment to props and imagination. I love telling stories within my work and I knew my friend and model, Candice Campbell would be able to help me convey the right story. Lockdown has meant that I have had to work close to home but with Dorset on our doorstep, it wasn’t a problem finding the perfect location for a country styled fashion shoot. An early Sunday morning, a vintage Burberry and a knit co-ord, boots from Zara, hat from Hicks and Brown and a classic 35mm Canon later, these were the results…

Behind the Scenes with Baboo Gelato

Behind the scenes with Baboo Gelato for my regular social media clients Your Village Stores! Baboo Gelato was set up in 2015 by Annie Hanbury, a trained gelatiere, who wanted to combine her passion for making seriously good ice cream with the glut of fabulous ripe fruit on her doorstep. This became very clear during a recent visit to the factory.

Handmade using their own fresh, seasonal fruit to produce sensational, mouth-watering flavours like no other. Each batch of Baboo’s artisanal ice cream is carefully prepared from scratch on their premises in Bridport, Dorset, using succulent fruit, local organic milk and lashings of dedication.

Gelato is not simply the Italian name for ice cream. Although it feels very smooth, gelato is made using more milk than cream, and so is much lower in fat than traditional ice cream. There is also less air in gelato, which means it packs more flavour.

For the good of the ocean..

NAECO - is ocean spelt backwards. Made from 4 plastic bottles my friends at NAECO recently sent me a pair of their new range of sunglasses. They are doing wonderful things to protect our oceans as well as creating a sustainable luxury clothing brand only using recycled materials to create high-quality clothing. With sustainability at the core of what they do and their extra measures to minimise water-usage, energy and emissions on their earth-friendly luxury garments, NAECO is definitely a brand worth checking out! #DoGoodLookGoodFeelGood

For more info on my content creation package - https://www.indiarosecreative.com/content

At Home Product Photography With Tutti & Co. Jewellery

When it comes to shooting at home, lighting is key. The morning light is so beautiful at the moment that I chose to shoot some of my favourite jewellery pieces from a brand called Tutti & Co.

For this shoot, it was early enough to get soft light outside and still create the ‘early morning, fresh sheet’ look that I was aiming for to fit with this particular brand.

Things you will need:

  • Camera / Phone

  • Table

  • Duvet / white sheet

  • Product / jewellery of your choice

  • Leaves

  • A couple of props to play around with - I used pastel pink almonds but fruits could be an alternative idea

Step 1: Position your table where the light can hit the object whether inside by a window or outside. Play around with your positioning to avoid shooting into the light.

Step 2: Place down your white sheet - I used a duvet to give the ‘Lazy Sunday morning’ vibe and also add some texture and depth around the product and props.

Step 3: Play around with your layouts. I thought about the composition when shooting mine - placing the jewellery as centre focus and positioning a beautiful glass bowl of pink almonds (House of Dorchester Chocolates) closer to the light to give off some lovely detailed reflections on the sheet. I also really like it when props bleed out of the frame too but I experimented with a range of framings.

Step 4: Play with the light. I used a leaf from a fern and had a couple of different shaped leaves to swap in and out depending on how much white space I wanted to keep around the product. These shadows added a nice ‘summery’ feel to fit with the brands aesthetics.

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Step 5: Editing - I wanted it to be soft and light and make the pink in the almonds ‘Pop’. I lifted the shadows and whites and lowered the highlights slighting to capture a bit more detail. Below are some of my befores and afters!

I hope you enjoyed! I have more product photography shoots lined up soon with new experiments, so stay tuned…

Training and Trainer

Based in Portland, Dorset, new gym Jurassic Muscle and Fitness was built. As a personal trainer myself, I attend regularly and found some photography potential within this industrial styled gym. I wanted to capture training and sports content for Jurassic Muscle and Fitness and also for Matt Harvey, a personal trainer based in Weymouth, Dorset. Tracking progress is an important of any client or person in training and photographing Matt regularly during his competition training is a good way of creating gym content for social media but also showing Matts body changes and gym progression.

2020. A year of sustainable fashion

2020. A year of sustainable fashion, ethical brands and upcycling. Attending the 2020 London Fashion week was not only about capturing fashion content for sustainable clothing brands but for me, capturing the people, the expressions and ‘behind the scenes’ emotions that you don’t see whilst watching a catwalk. Not only has social media and content creation changed the way we think when attending an event, I put down my phone and experience what is changing in fashion, in environment and the emotions of London Fashion Week.