OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHER at this years, The Game Fair

The Game Fair Official Photographer! Documenting 2 years of The Game Fair at Ragley Hall, Warwickshire and Blenheim Palace. After being approached for my photographic style I couldn’t wait to capture the atmosphere. With a mix of country brands, off road experiences and Horse and Hounds I couldn’t think of a better event to be involved with. Using the Canon R5 and the 24mm - 70mm lens and 50mm lens, I was able to capture outdoor lifestyle and the whole event. I wanted to try something different than the usual ‘event photography’. With each of the fashion brands I wanted to try a ‘staged’ styled set up, modelled by the company representatives or owners and really capture each brands image which a wide angle lens was suitable for.

Thank you to Coate PR, it was great to be working with the team.

Photography Test Shoot Titled 'Bad News"

In the heart of a rural landscape In Dorset, the atmosphere is charged with a timely energy for the fashion photoshoot titled "Bad News." The narrative unfolds against a backdrop of flat, browned meadow and dead trees abandoned amongst reeds. The setting mirrors a juxtaposition of an independent woman and elegance, creating a story that challenges conventional rebellious norms of what a woman is capable of when left on her own.

The fashion photoshoot took place in Dorset. It went a little differently to what I had thought it would turn out but we adapted, we analysed the environment. The aim of this test shoot was to focus on a single image and understanding what the story was saying in each shot. I also wanted to start the year off experimenting with lighting and how to balance this with the natural light. During winter natural light becomes quite harsh quite quickly and is usually quite a challenge to work with. It was overcome with a Profoto A10 off camera and a reflector to soften the light. Using the Canon R5 and 1.2 50mm Lens

Watch Behind the Scenes here.

British Heritage Fashion...

I met Sara Tiara at the Pure London fashion event in London Olympia. I was instantly drawn to her brand and beautiful British Heritage Fashion and designs. We instantly connected and quickly discovered that her workshop is right on my Dorset doorstep! Based in Hampshire, New Forest you can immediately recognise that Sara’s creations are influenced by the enchanting wildlife and nature of her surrounding National Park.

Sara gave me the opportunity to work with her on her next product photography shoot. Specialising in outdoor photography, this project became a new challenge, but one I couldn’t wait to shoot! Testing and experimenting with lighting set ups using 2x Profoto B10’s and an A10 flash made things super simple, yet effective. The brief was to shoot product shots a little differently, instead of clean, white background my thoughts were to make it natural and add organic textures, keeping the appearance of the backdrop and hanging linen sheets. I think this really fitted with Sara Tiara’s brand image and sustainable fashion principles.

“Sara’s unique creations embody first and foremost the principles of British heritage fashion combined with slow fashion. Her signature garments in Harris Tweed finished with exclusively designed silk lining are inspired by both the countryside and by metropolitan, avant-garde and historical influences, bringing a quintessentially British style to life. Her finely handmade hats and headpieces range from opulent, dramatic one of a kind creations to more subtly elegant, ready to wear pieces.”

Model: Jess Cutler

SW1 Street style

SW1 Street style with actor, singer, model, Arteeva.

Test photography shoots are always fun, especially when you want to practice some ideas or just get creative. I was working with Base Models UK in London for this one. I’ve not photographed much street style and I thought shooting in the centre of Pimilco would give us plenty of quiet areas to explore.

My initial plan was to use the private gardens here to have a more ‘outdoors’ vibe and use a model to create a springtime fashion shoot. With some complications, I had to change this plan last minute and use the city environment.

I want to get more into fashion this year so working with Arteeva and Base Models was the perfect opportunity to practice model direction and angles.

Using the Canon R5 and a 35 - 70mm to shoot 3 different scenarios produced a few really pleasing shots. Being winter the light disappeared really quickly that afternoon but we made use of the last few gaps of light.

Pumped and Exfoliated

5 content filled days in Dubai! Defenders, bikes, new environments and connections turned out to be a great experience. This series was taken from a 6am start in the Desert with Chirenj Chandran and his Defender friends Sandy The Landy. I got in contact with Chirenj through Instagram 3 years ago when I needed advice for my MotoTote Bike Carrier and now managed to hang out and create some great content!

I landed in Dubai with little plans or expectations. I realised how much Instagram has connected me with such amazing people all over the world. I took a spontaneous trip to gather new inspiration and some ‘adventure’.

'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

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…