I’m a photographer, traveller, and reflective storyteller whose lens captures not just moments, but meaning.

With over four decades behind the camera—and in front of orchestral audiences—I’ve come to see photography as more than a technical pursuit. It’s a way of seeing, remembering, and understanding both the world and myself.

My journey began in the 1980s at Gilling Castle prep school, where my Form Master, Father Gerald, first introduced me to the quiet power of black-and-white reportage through his camera. That spark led me to my first “proper” camera—a Praktica MTL3—and from there, into a lifelong exploration of how images shape our memories, emotions, and sense of place.

Over the years, I’ve embraced both analogue and digital photography, believing that each has its place in telling stories worth remembering. Whether it’s the grain of a film negative or the immediacy of a digital capture, I’m drawn to the beauty of everyday life, the architecture of cities like Nantes and Edinburgh, and the fleeting expressions of people on the street.

What You’ll Find Here

This blog is more than a portfolio—it’s a journal of discovery, a space where gear meets gratitude, where technique meets time, and where every photo is an invitation to see the world differently.

On these pages, you’ll find:

• Philosophical reflections on why we photograph, what we preserve, and what we forget
• The Film Archives – revisiting old rolls with fresh insight
• Travel Chronicles – from France to the UK and beyond
• Gear & Process – honest reviews and insights grounded in real-world use
• People & Portraits – capturing candid moments and emotional depth

Photography is more than a hobby for me—it’s a way of life. Through the viewfinder, I explore more than light. I explore meaning.

A Deeper Look at Photography

As I write in my Photography Philosophy Series , photography is often reduced to mere technicality and trends. Yet, at its core, it remains a profound expression of the human experience—an exploration of light, emotion, and the stories we tell.

“Photography is more than just a click of the shutter; it’s a dialogue between the photographer and their subject, a moment captured in time that resonates with the viewer.

Through this series, I invite readers to think deeper about their practice—about perspective, ethics, impermanence, and storytelling. Whether you’re a seasoned shooter or just starting out, I hope this blog becomes a space where curiosity and creativity meet reflection.

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Welcome to My Photographic Life

Thank you for visiting.
If you’re here for gear tips, travel stories, or thoughtful essays—you’re in the right place.

Welcome to my photographic life.
Through the viewfinder, we explore more than light—we explore meaning.

Click here to discover more about those who have influenced me in my photography and writing.