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Capturing bold colours and graphic shapes on a crossing to Mull

A bright April ferry crossing from Oban to Mull became a visual playground of bold colour, shadow and shape. Inspired by design and driven by instinct, I captured abstract moments from the journey, blending photography with a graphic designer’s eye.

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Let’s talk about the elephant in the room...

A creative photography shoot with Ian Henderson, founder of The Pink Elephant, showcasing his new Charcuterie boxes and personal branding for his latest venture in partnership with OVO.

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Charging the Wall

What started as a simple obstacle race photo turned into a creative challenge – how do you capture the feeling of chaos in one frame? With no tripod, just a compact camera and some patience, I created a composite image that tells a bigger, more dramatic story. Here’s how I did it.

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You’re not failing, you’re refining

Creativity isn't about getting it perfect the first time, it's about experimenting, learning, and refining along the way. Inspired by a quote from Atomic Habits by James Clear, this post explores how treating failure like a scientist can transform your mindset as a photographer or creative. Every mistake is a clue, every attempt a step forward, you're not failing, you're refining.

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Why it’s not always about the perfect camera

While on holiday in the Scottish Highlands, I captured a dramatic mountain rescue as a helicopter hovered above an old stone bridge—just moments after the pilot waved me off it to avoid the intense downdraught. With only a point-and-shoot camera and no time to think, I got the shot… just before falling over a boulder mid-frame. A reminder that photography is all about presence, not perfection.

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Show me a sign!

While out running through the countryside, I stumbled on a surreal little scene – a pile of road signs pointing in all directions, abandoned in the long grass. It made me stop and reflect on how inspiration often comes from the most unexpected places. This post is a reminder that creative detours are sometimes the most rewarding part of the journey.

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