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  • Keira: headshots and a portrait shoot in Rendlesham

    Keira’s second session with me started with headshots for her salon’s team page, then opened out into a full portrait sitting with more outfit changes than usual. A look at how a working headshot brief and a creative portrait session can share the same day in the studio.

  • The Best Dating Apps in the UK

    A quick guide to the dating apps most used in the UK, grouped by what people are looking for. If you want photos that do your profile justice on any of them, take a look at my dating profile photography sessions in Suffolk. Finding the right dating app can make a huge difference in attracting…

  • Film Noir Portrait Shoot with Courtney

    A film noir portrait session with Courtney, built on one hard light and a black backdrop. 1940s Hollywood glamour reworked with a modern edge, with Courtney handling her own period hair, makeup and styling. A look at how it came together, and the studio kit behind the polish.

  • Why Artists Should Consider Using a Professional Photographer

    I recently photographed a selection of figurative oil paintings by local artist Sophie Crockett at my studio at Bentwaters near Woodbridge. Her work has a distinctive, dreamlike quality, with figures, horses, landscape forms, and rich colour playing an important role. This post looks at why photographing artwork accurately is often more technical than artists expect, and why controlled lighting, colour calibration, correct file preparation, and a consistent workflow matter when paintings are being used for catalogues, websites, prints, or professional presentations

  • Model Portfolio Studio Shoot with Nina: Fitness Photography in Suffolk

    I have worked with Nina many times now, and that repeated collaboration shows in the final images. She arrives prepared, knows what she needs from the session, and understands how to deliver expression and body language that reads clearly on camera. Nina is a fitness instructor and personal trainer, and these photographs were created for…

  • An Enthralling Evening of Light Painting in Aldeburgh, Suffolk

    As a commercial photographer based in Suffolk, I’m always looking for chances to grow. Recently I joined a group of photographers for an evening of light painting on Aldeburgh Beach. This personal project brought together technique, location and good company. The Organiser The evening was organised by Adrian, also known as nite.eyz, a photographer with…

  • Light Painting in Lowestoft: A Personal Project with East Coast Creatives

    I’ve always liked trying new techniques, and personal projects are where I get to do that. Light painting is one I keep coming back to, and this evening in Lowestoft was a good excuse to practise it. Joining Like-Minded Photographers Being part of East Coast Creatives has given me the chance to work on projects…

  • Studio portrait shoot with Sophie

    Had great fun working with Sophie at my studio at Bentwaters, near Woodbridge. What we were going for with this shoot was a classical, light and airy look and stylish look. If you fancy doing a photoshoot or having your portrait taken, get in contact.

  • Autumnal rest, Studio Shoot with Isabelle

    Isabelle and I decided that we should do an Autumnal themed shoot. We originally wanted to do the shoot in the woods, but the weather has not been good recently, so we changed our plans and brought the woods into the studio. Fortunately, Tunstal woods is only down the road from my studio here at…