About

My journey into landscape photography began with a pair of hiking boots and a deep curiosity for wild places. I spent countless days exploring the rugged hills and edges of the Peak District, but everything changed after a life-defining week in Snowdonia. Standing atop Cadair Idris, Snowdon, and Tryfan, I knew I was no longer just a hiker — I was someone captivated by the untamed beauty of the mountains.

From there, my adventures only grew, completing the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge and setting the ambitious (and still on-going) goal of hiking every fell in the Lake District — not just the Wainwrights.

In September 2020, descending from Grasmoor under one of the most breathtaking sunsets I’d ever seen, I reached for my phone to capture the scene. It failed miserably. That was the turning point. Within weeks, I had a Canon 550D slung over my shoulder, ready to accompany me on future hikes — though lockdown delayed those journeys until April 2021.

Photography soon taught me to see mountains differently, chasing golden hour light and dramatic conditions. My love for the craft grew alongside my gear: first upgrading to a Canon 80D, then settling on the Canon 5DSR, a perfect tool for capturing the grandeur and intricate details of the landscapes I adore.

For me, photography is about capturing authentic, fleeting moments in time — a true reflection of the conditions as they unfolded. In this digital age, we have incredible tools at our disposal, from classic techniques such as dodging and burning (carried over from the darkroom) to localised contrast adjustments, colour grading, and exposure blending for when shooting directly into the sun. I fully embrace and utilise these techniques where they enhance the story of the scene.

However, I draw a firm line at altering the landscape itself. Cloning out non-transient elements, time blending, sky replacements, or focal blending are not part of my workflow. Photography, for me, is about truthfully honoring the wild beauty of the moment, just as nature intended.

Check out the equipment I use for my photography

My Mountain Project

My life’s goal is to create a comprehensive portfolio that documents the mountain regions of Great Britain. This journey began in December 2022, following several years of photographing a wide range of landscapes, particularly in the Peak District and Lake District.

The project started with classic locations — Castell y Gwynt, the well-known viewpoints of Glencoe and the Isle of Skye, and the towering peaks of the Northwest Highlands like An Teallach. But recently, my focus has shifted toward finding remote lochans that offer both stunning mountain backdrops and a sense of solitude — places rarely photographed, often requiring effort and exploration off the beaten track.

With dozens of untrodden locations mapped and waiting, I see years of work ahead — an exciting prospect. Over time, I aim to expand my coverage to lesser-visited areas such as Northwest Sutherland, Kintail, Glen Affric, and Knoydart. But first, some serious upgrades to my wild camping kit are in order.