About Me...
I am currently living in Suffolk, England. It is not too far from the coast and I love the country side and the beauty that it brings throughout the changing seasons.
My primary job is a Financial Advisor which I love, but use photography as a way to relax, unwind and release my creativity.
I've always loved taking pictures, and I am always the one in the family that's left behind everyone else whilst I try to find the angle and composition I want. But, you can never have too many memories right? Even whilst taking photos with my smartphone I have always had a passion for capturing things in my own style and editing them to my own taste. With my family and friends constantly telling me that I do take a good photo and with a passion to learn more and to improve further back in 2020, I took the plunge and invested in some decent gear. Thats not to say that I will stop using my iPhone 15 Pro as if I am out and about as this can also yield some beautiful images.
I enjoy photographing a wide variety of subjects. from landscapes and people to pets and cars. I am constantly learning new techniques and ways to create and with so much to learn its going to keep me happy for many years to come, and who knows where it will take me.
With my journey continuing I relish the opportunity, and challenges that lay ahead. I am constantly learning new things and ways to create them.
I will always be looking for that next image which is always just around the next corner...
My Gear...
After starting off my humble journey with 2 Fujifilm APS-C cameras I then wanted a full frame camera with much better auto-focus capabilities. I chose the Sony A7iii and because I now know the importance of having high quality glass I invested in the Sigma 24-70 f2.8. Shortly after getting used to the camera and absolutely loving it I now also have the Samyang 85mm f1.4. This was a no brainer due to me being a big portrait fan!
See below for my newest additions... my Tamron 150-500mm f5-6.7 plus Sigma 70-200 f2.8 sport lens...
In time I will be adding a quality wide-angle zoom, probably a Sigma 16-28 f2.8 as this will come in handy for landscapes and architecture.
Being a portrait fan I also invested in the Godox TT-350s plus Godox X-Pro transmitter. This is still a massive challenge learning the art of flash photography. Other bits and bobs include an L-Plate, eyepiece extension are nice little additions which make shooting so much more comfortable plus a magnetic CPL for each lens as I now know how essential it is to cut through those selections! Also a range of magnetic ND filters to allow me to experiment with long exposures and different lighting conditions. I still have my DJI Mavic Mini drone which is still a lovely addition, and love the creativity this brings, although now really wanting something that has more range and can take RAW images! Some things just have to wait though right!!
Future plans...?
As I am still learning new techniques all the time I would love to branch into automotive photography so this definitely on the list for 2025... I always love progressing my knowledge, learning new techniques and squeezing out every single bit of creativity with what I have got!!
Tamron 150-500 f5-6.7...
With me wanting to get closer to the action I decided to invest in a Telephoto zoom. I had always wanted a zoom lends that would allow me to capture motorsport and wildlife. This has allowed me to do just that!!
My first trip out was to Colchester Zoo. It did not disappoint with some amazing images from all across the zoo!! I have also captured some excellent images in my local area using the extra reach for birds, ducks and even using the short focusing distance to capture some forest flowers too.
Next on the list was motorsport... a day spent at the Snetterton Race Circuit, in Norfolk gave the lens and my limited experience a great work out. Teams from the Porsche Carrera Cup GB were there and again obtained some excellent tack sharp images.
Other plans are to look at some experience in aviation photography and planning to head to some local airbases to see what I can produce there...
It has been a fantastic addition to my growing kit list and thoroughly enjoy using it... don't forget to take a look in the gallery for some examples!!
Sigma 70-200 f2.8...
Shortly after purchasing my first what I would call "proper" camera my knowledge grew extremely quickly... so learning about the staple lens's that most photographers use on a daily basis...
The 70-200 f2.8 was a must have... after extensive research it was really clear that the Sigma Lens produced nearly as good results as the equivalent Sony G Master... and as I do not have a bottomless pot of money it was a no brainer to invest in the Sigma.
I wanted this for the versatility and constant wide aperture to bring that ability to "compress" the foreground and background together to be able to produce some stunning results.
This capability I want to utilise in automotive photography, wildlife, and anywhere else where I need that little extra reach...
There will not be too many images with this in the gallery but please come back soon as I intend to be using this lens... A LOT!!