Artist Statement
I took an interest in photography in 2003 after being inspired by landscape scenes of the places I visited when traveling. It was studying for my degree, whilst documenting the ruins of an old asylum, that I recognised how I might use my photography to try and convey a range of meanings, themes and thoughts. My photography style has thus gradually changed over the years as I have developed and experimented with my understanding of what inspires me and how I might present these ideas in the photographic medium.
Whilst nature is still one of my main inspirations, philosophy, nostalgic emotions, escapism and intrigue also arise as key themes within the images I take. My ongoing “Urban Exploration” project reflects these notions; using decay and ruins as metaphors for life & death and the boundaries of person, place, and time. For my personal work I favour the use of film and natural light, which I feel reflects the true colours and tones as they appear to me. I also find the process far more rewarding. Currently I am working on new project for an upcoming exhibition based on the theme of Memory.
Education and training
2006 – 2009 Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Photography – Awarded Upper second
Exhibitions & Awards
Waterside Open 2010, Waterside Arts Centre, Sale
1st Place for the “Peoples Prize” West Lancashire Open Exhibition, July 2009 at the Chapel Gallery, Ormskirk
West Lancashire Open Exhibition, July 2009 at the Chapel Gallery, Ormskirk
Free Range Exhibition, June 2009 at the Truman Brewery, London
UCLAN Final Exhibition, June 2009 at the Media Factory, Preston
Harris Open Exhibition 2008 at the Harris Gallery, Preston
Bibliography
Future in Progress, Published by International Fashion Institute, pg 140-147 & pg175
Amateur Photographer 15th August 2009, pg 29.
Lancashire Cycling News August 2009, pg 5.
Free Range Brochure 2009, pg. 28.
Commendation & Image: D&AD Student Annual 2007, pg 65.
French Life Ski Brochure May 2006.