About



01.    People 

People are essential to my photography, bringing life and emotion to images. Their presence can make a powerful impact, transforming otherwise mundane scenes into compelling and relatable stories.
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Craig and Brandon staring down a challenging red run in the evening light.
Borovets, Bulgaria. (2023)

A couple visiting The Waiting Gardens of the North, an exhibition by renowned Iraqi-American artist Michael Rakowitz at The Baltic, Gateshead.
Gateshead
, United Kingdom. (2023)

Seeking refuge from the wind and securing a prime position to watch the sun set over Longsands beach.
Tynemouth, United Kingdom. (2023)

Crowd control prior to Newcastle United’s home group match against AC Milan in the Champions League.
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom (2023)



02.    Places


Diverse and varied backdrops are key characheristics of my photography, setting the scene and adding context to images. They provide depth and atmosphere, transforming shots and evoking a strong sense of place and mood.
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Regency Leisure Arcade on a winter night on Brighton seafront.
Brighton, United Kingdom. (2023)

The developing skyline at Amager Strang, a short metro ride from Copenhagen city centre.
Amager Strand
, Copenhagen. (2024)

A group of hikers set off on the trail from Madeira’s Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo.
Pico do Arieiro, Madeira. (2022)

A group of surfers head out to tackle the waves on a pumping day at Praia do Guincho, a beautiful beach on Portugal’s Estoril coast.
Praia do Guincho, Portugal. (2023)



03.    Things


I enjoy incorperating inanimate objects and architectural landmarks into my photography, bringing unique textures and shapes to my images. They add depth and interest, transforming ordinary scenes into visually striking compositions.
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A haul of hard to find snacks from a local Asian supermarket.
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. (2024)

Steps and passing places winding up and around the beautifully constructed Round Tower in central Copenhagen.
Round Tower, Copenhagen. (2024)

Commuting home after a long day’s work is always made easier by the appearance of a moody orange sunset.
York, United Kingdom. (2024)

Pastel colours in play at the Estoril Open where navigation signs are as picturesque as the famous old tennis club itself.
Estoril, Portugal. (2023)



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