Blog
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Eye of the Beholder: Curating an Exhibition
During my second year, we had the opportunity to curate our own nine-piece collective, following a theme of our choosing. Curating a collaborative exhibition is an exciting, challenging creative process that goes beyond showing prints on a wall. It’s about sharing and shaping an experience which communicates a specific theme… -
Rikky Feranandes: Website Review
When deciding on how I want to format my public-facing website, I took some time to research and understand how commercial and other established photographic practitioners positioned their work online. I came to understand that creating a photographic website isn’t just about uploading your best imagery, but it’s about curating… -
Sophie Traynor Workshop Insights
At the end of last year, I was lucky enough to attend a commercial product workshop led by the esteemed commercial photographer Sophie Traynor. Traynor is known for her expertise in beauty, fashion, food and product photography, working with brands such as Adidas, Cath Kidston and Primark.The workshop commenced…
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Exhibition Committee
As a final-year commercial product photography student, my end-of-year exhibition is a defining moment—a chance to showcase my work and step into the professional world. But beyond preparing my own work, I took on an even bigger challenge: joining the exhibition committee. As a member of the exhibition committee, I… -
Professional Portfolio Review: Visual Strategy and Creative Development
As a commercial product photographer, your portfolio serves as a window into your creative vision and technical expertise. It’s more than just a collection of images; it’s a narrative, a story that speaks about your ability to elevate products from mere objects into aspirational pieces. A portfolio review is an… -
The Power of Colour: Psychology in Product Photography
Fig, 1. Rob Toledo Colour Theory: An Introduction Usability Geek . https://usabilitygeek.com/colour-theory-introduction/ Colour theory is a systematic study and application of colour, it’s a tool that encompasses and influences emotions, perceptions, and purchasing decisions. As a commercial photographer, understanding colour psychology ensures I as a the photographer can produce a…
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From Brief to Brochure
One of the most incredible experiences I had during my year in industry at the commercial photographic studio Box Photographic had to be seeing my work published. There is something truly surreal, whether it’s in print, on a brand’s website or on social media, knowing an image or series of… -
Introducing Me
Me, aged 4, holding my first camera ! Hi, I’m Lucy Hodge, a commercial product photographer passionate about capturing dynamic, eye-catching product photography. As I refine my portfolio and prepare for life after graduation, I will use this platform to document my journey, share insights, and reflect on my growth…