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Why You (Yes, You) Need a Website – No Matter What You Do

Looking for a unique website that truly reflects your brand? Discover why every business, creative, or freelancer needs a custom-built website and how I can help by being your one-stop-shop for professional photography, creative branding and mobile-responsive Squarespace websites.

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Headshot, Personal Branding, or Promo Shoot? Which One is Right for You?

When booking a photoshoot, it can be tricky to know exactly what type of session you need. Do you just need a quick headshot, or would a personal branding shoot be better? Or maybe you're a performer or creative who needs something more striking and dramatic? In this post, I’ll break down the key differences between headshots, personal branding sessions, and promo shoots so you can choose the perfect option for your needs.

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Sobering Up: Helena

An account from 2023 from Helena, a close friend of mine who at the time, had recently begun her addiction recovery journey. Exploring the nuances of sobriety and how subjective a process it can be, I photographed Helena in a space she holds close to her heart, despite its dark significance.

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Sobering Up: Rosy

In 2022, I embarked on a photojournalistic project to tell individuals' stories of getting sober - photographing their portraits in locations that felt particularly poignant to them in their journey. My first subject was Rosy Pendlebury.

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