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Woman with long hair posing on stool in natural movement portrait photography

Photographing Natural Movement – Play With Hair

Photographing Natural Movement As a portrait photographer, I'm always looking for moments that look great but are also really natural ...

Video | Location Portrait Photography: Mastering Natural Light on Oxford’s Streets

I’ve lost count of the times I’ve rocked up to a jaw-dropping spot—batteries brimming, creativity running on fumes—and my client’s ...

Woman holding sword surrounded by dramatic blue smoke cloud in studio

Video | How I Use Smoke for Drama, Depth, and a Bit of Magic

Discover how I use smoke in my portraits to add drama, depth, and a bit of magic. This article shares ...

Lawrence | Outdoors Sprint Portrait For A Local Gym

In this session with Lawrence, we explore the charms and quirks of outdoor natural light for a local gym portrait ...

Florence | Location Scouting & Cloud Cover

Follow me on a blustery Florence afternoon as I explore cloud cover and how it shapes the light for portrait ...

Off-Camera Flash At The Skatepark

Exploring how off-camera flash can transform gritty skatepark portraits, this article breaks down lighting setups, creative choices, and working with ...