When I started this business, I was very keen to adopt a local charity, and believe it's something every business large or small should do. St Leonard's Hospice does amazing work in York, but their website was desperately in need of some new professional images, so I donated my time to provide them with a library of images they could use, and since then have documented events, PR opportunities, conferences, open days, fashion shows and everything inbetween. The images have showcased the building, the staff, the huge fundraising efforts required, the volunteers, the food and even Lenny, their mascot. Those images have been used on the website but also on social media, newsletters, advertiseme
At the time of writing this, we’re in Coronavirus lockdown. Outside, the sun is shining and under any other circumstances, it would be an ideal time to visit the stunning coastline that Yorkshire has to offer. As that’s not possible, here’s some shots I was commissioned to take for Discover Yorkshire Coast - the tourism arm of Scarborough Borough Council. They wanted photography of the region’s stunning beaches, picturesque towns and villages, historic attractions and diverse calendar of events. These shots were a joy to do, but required some very early starts, meticulous planning, and the usual sprinkling of ‘right place, right time’. The shots were used on posters, websites, social media c
I've been called upon to photograph all sorts of events at York Minster, but Easter is usually particularly busy. From services to events, I've covered them all - midnight vigils, the Archbishop washing feet, children running around Dean's Park to see the Stations of the Cross, outdoor baptisms and much more. As a commercial photographer based in York, these events require very different skills - being discreet during candle-lit services, capturing the exact moment when someone is submerged, recording the atmosphere and sense of occasion, but without getting in the way or disrupting what's happening. Here's a few favourites - read on for the cross-dressing... and cross-dressing? My mistake
