Blog
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The Foundations of Studio Practice
The studio is more than just a workspace; it’s a controlled environment where light, precision, and intention converge to shape compelling visual narratives. Commercial product photography is where creativity meets consistency and where artistic flair must align with a brand’s identity. One of the best advantages of my practice being… -
Future Intentions in My Photography Practice
Reflecting on my practice, I’ve realised how much commercial photography has evolved into something deeply personal for me. While it began as a means to complete an academic module, allowing me to explore a different medium of photography, it has now become my place to explore the intersection of visual… -
The Role of Retouching in Visual Storytelling
When it comes to producing clean, professional product images, what happens after the shoot is just as important as what happens in-camera. In this blog post, I will delve into my understanding of post-production, using industry-standard tools like Photoshop, keeping a clear focus on the importance of file handling, simple… -
The Evolution of My Photography Practice
My practice as a commercial photographer is to craft imagery that elevates a product beyond its functional use, presenting products as aspirational and emotionally resonant. By exploring the intricacies of light, shadow, and colour, every composition and lighting decision is designed to engage, inform, and align with a brand’s vision.…
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Artificial Intelligence: Friend or Foe
Photography, as a visual medium, has the ability to communicate ideas and promote change. The rapid development and integration of artificial intelligence (AI) has uprooted photography’s traditional foundations of human cognitive and creative ability. Through mutilated glimpses of ourselves, the introduction of AI has offered fragmented reflections of human identity… -
Studio vs. Analog: The Impact of Medium on Visual Storytelling
While attending the Kodak gallery in Bradford, I came to appreciate the history of analog photography further. From my practice being solely based within the four walls of a studio, where I have the ability to change and alter anything at any given time, whilst I appreciate the speed and… -
A Journey Through Bradford’s Photographic Exhibitions
After a recent trip to this year’s city of culture, Bradford, visiting three differing photographic exhibitions: Nationhood: Memory and Hope at Impression Gallery, Kodak Gallery and David Hockey’s Pieced Together, both at the Science and Media Museum. I came back from the trip filled with new perspectives on photography, identity… -
Assisting Experience at Box Photographic
As referenced in my ‘From Brief to Brochure’ post, gaining the experience of assisting in a commercial studio for a year and a half was an exciting and insightful experience. It offered a firsthand look at the precision, creativity, and teamwork that go into creating professional imagery for brands and… -
Photo North Festival, 2025
Friday, 12th April marked the first opening day of Photo North 2025 at The Carriageworks Theatre in Millennium Square. So a group of us from university headed over on the train to Leeds to immerse ourselves in everything from exhibiting work, from both celebrated and emerging artists, engaging in talks… -
Crafting an Professional Artist Statement
When presenting your work publicly, whether through an exhibition, website, or photobook, the addition of an artist statement adds another critical understanding, helping the audience further understand and make sense of the work seen in front of them. An artist statement should both articulate and reflect on the key themes…