Writing on video, photography, documentary filmmaking and the thinking behind a brand — carried over in full from my studies and work.
A reflection on the finished Invisible in Plain Sight series — the narrative, the choices behind the edit, and the process from concept to a curated set of images.
Reflecting on the preliminary shoots for Invisible in Plain Sight — navigating consent, adapting to a fast-paced environment, and developing a coherent visual.
The first of three posts on my project documenting the volunteers at street kitchens who support the homeless — the inspiration, the aims, and the SMART goals behind it.
Lessons from Sophie Fiennes on the precarity of modern documentary filmmaking — funding, the role of streaming platforms, and where the opportunities still lie.
How filmmakers reach a wide audience — navigating distribution, marketing techniques, the power of community and festivals, and using trends to your advantage.
The challenges you wouldn't think of at first glance — financial precarity, mental health, ethical pressures and fierce competition — and how they might be overcome.
Why work experience matters — from freelance editing for my brother (KaiSheps) to creating social media graphics for Eastbourne Borough Football Club.
How typography shapes our experiences, and how I apply the psychology of minimalist type to my own brand.
Colour is an all-powerful tool in brand design. Here's the psychology behind my palette — cream, gold and stone grey.
Planning the Unwashed Life project — choosing a lens, running test shoots and learning to read the city of Southampton through my camera.
The meaning behind my Unwashed Life images — litter, loneliness, digital versus nature, doppelgangers and the little things in life.
A glimpse into the (not so) ordinary life. The concept behind Unwashed Life, inspired by the street photography of Helen Levitt.
A study of Nicholas Nixon — master of contemporary portraiture, his Brown Sisters series, his technique, and how his work inspires mine.
The street photographer who gained acclaim after she passed away — her private life, her impact, and what I take from her keen eye.
The street photographer who left a substantial impact on photography — her beginnings, her influences, her notable work, and her legacy.