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05/05/2026

Tonight I'm working on single covers for Sara Rackley's hit Spotify song "I Am The Light". Playing with some interesting font ideas. I'm quite partial to the one of Sara with Rona in the background.

Looking forward to working on the next song. Hopefully shooting starts again in September.

Can't wait. 😀😀😀

29/04/2026

Once again I had the pleasure of shooting a wonderful home, here on the Isle Of Skye.

This was one of those houses that gives you more than you expect. Set high above Ardvasar, the views are wide and constant, but it’s the light that really defines the space.

Large windows pull it in from every angle, shaping the rooms and giving everything a clean, quiet clarity. It’s a modern build, but it carries real personality through the art and objects the owners have gathered over time.

I could have stayed for days working through the details. Some of my favourite frames came from the smaller moments like the toy Porsche 356 (a classic!) The trains, planes and automobiles, simple pieces, but full of character when seen in the right light.

These black and white selections focus on those lines, textures, and angles. Stripped back, they show the house for what it is: considered, expressive, and built to be looked at closely.

I love being a photographer! 😁

22/04/2026

A recent portrait session pushed a little further than the usual brief, less about formality, more about presence.

Krissy Monaghan brought a natural confidence and elegance to the frame, which made it easy to keep things stripped back and focused. Working with soft light and minimal direction, the shoot leaned into subtle expression and body language rather than heavy styling. The result is a set of portraits that I feel look polished but which still carry an edge, clean, composed, and just a touch bold.

This is the kind of portrait work I aim for: images that hold attention without trying too hard. There’s a balance between control and spontaneity, where small details, eye contact, posture, the way light falls, do most of the work.

Whether it’s for personal branding or something more editorial, the goal is always the same: create portraits that look refined, but still feel alive.

This shoot perhaps also marks the start of something broader.

The SKYE Style concept which I first visualised as a magazine-style cover, has the potential to develop into a dedicated project, possibly even a publication built around portrait and fashion work on the island.

The idea is simple: take the raw, distinctive aesthetic of Skye and shape it into something more editorial. These images feel like an early step in that direction, the beginning of a body of work that could define a recognisable island style and push it into a more polished, publishable space.

Just a thought but....

Watch this space.😁

16/04/2026

I had the pleasure of photographing a house this week, up at the north end of the island, that just felt right from the moment I walked in. The light was perfect, the fires were on, and the whole place had a really warm, calm feel to it. It’s one of those homes where nothing is overdone, just clean, simple, and really nicely put together.

I ended up taking a series of black and white shots to focus on the lines, shapes, and the little details that make the space work so well.

It’s a proper home, but with a strong sense of style running through it without trying too hard. With spectacular views from every window, it's the kind of place you can imagine settling into and not wanting to leave.

The owners were genuinely lovely as well, one of those couples I felt will be greatly missed when they go.

03/04/2026

Sara Rackley’s new single “I Am The Light” is now live on Spotify, and it’s well worth a listen.

The track itself is strong, atmospheric, and ties in with her upcoming book The Tower in the Mist, but for me this release is also a proud moment visually, the cover artwork comes from our shoot at the Old Man of Storr on the Isle of Skye.

Conditions were far from easy, with cold, shifting light and limited time, but we worked efficiently and captured something that translates perfectly into the final cover.

Sara brought a huge amount of energy and focus to the shoot, which made all the difference.

Good to see the image now out in the wild alongside a track that deserves attention.

Go check it out!

Artist · 2 monthly listeners.

31/03/2026

At the weekend I had the absolute pleasure of working with Lee in Drumnadrochit, on the shores of Loch Ness. It was a genuinely enjoyable portrait and content shoot from start to finish. Lee brought a great deal of energy and personality to the session, which translated naturally into the photographs.

We covered a range of setups, including interior, exterior, and some more creative content, and the results reflect how comfortable and engaging she was in front of the camera.

Overall, it was a productive shoot, made straightforward by how strong a subject Lee proved to be.

For those of you in the area, you can find Lee on the south coast of England, teaching science to the lucky girls and boys down in Weymouth.

Go check her out!

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29/03/2026

Built from a very limited amount of footage, this video is the result of working within tight constraints on the day.

Shooting with the beautiful and talented Sara Rackley on the Old Man of Storr on the Isle Of Skye, we had a short window of usable conditions before the weather turned, dropping temperatures, increasing wind, and mist significantly reduced both time and flexibility for capturing video.

Most of the focus on the day was stills, so the available clips were minimal. This edit is a technical exercise in making that footage work, careful timing to the music, selective sequencing, and building continuity from fragmented material.

As I've said previously, Sara handled the conditions with consistency and focus throughout, which comes through clearly on screen. The song, “I Am the Light”, written by Sara alongside her upcoming book "The Tower in the Mist", carries the video.

Sara's strong vocal presence, the song's clear melodic structure, and a cinematic quality that sits comfortably in the space of a modern film soundtrack, are what makes this music video.

The song has the kind of lift and clarity that gives the visuals direction, and ultimately elevates what we were able to produce from such limited footage.

I can't wait to read the book.

14/02/2026

This week I had the pleasure of working with the beautiful and talented Sara Rackley, who travelled from the United States to the Isle of Skye for a promotional shoot for her upcoming music and book projects.

We began the day at the Old Man of Storr with calm skies and soft hues, true Skye light.

As the afternoon unfolded, the weather turned. The wind picked up, the clouds closed in, the temperature dropped, and the mist began to roll in across the ridge. What could have been a challenge became part of the story.

Sarah handled the shifting conditions with focus and determination, embracing the rugged landscape and adapting effortlessly between looks. I suspect her costume change was the coldest she has ever done.

By the end of the shoot, the atmosphere had transformed completely and so had the mood of the images. There is something about working in wild places, where the elements shape the moment, that makes the process deeply rewarding.

It was a memorable day on the Storr and I’m truly proud of what we created together.

You can find Sara under the name Ragon Rackley on Amazon, and also on Insta at: https://www.instagram.com/ragon.rackley

01/10/2025

Looking for a perfect house in a perfect location with a perfect view?

I had the pleasure of shooting Daiwill Cottage in Elgol at the weekend. The stonework is exceptional and the view from the living room incredible.

Check it out at:

https://www.remax-scotland.homes/estate-agents/skye/property/3-bed-detached-cottage-for-sale-in-elgol-isle-of-skye/678207

01/10/2025

I recently had the privilege to shoot reportage for Jiri and Jana as they took their vows on the Quiraing. It was a wonderful day for a wonderful couple. Check out some of the highlights of the shoot at:

https://djpphoto.uk/wedding-album/jiri-and-jana/