Florence, a casual snapshot of a city.

florence view from Michelangelo

There is a depth to Florence that extends far beyond its Renaissance architecture and celebrated museums. Beneath the grandeur lies a romantic, artisanal way of life, moving to a slower …

Royton based artist Rob Lees

artist Rob Lees from Royton paints in his home studio

I’ve mentioned Rob in an earlier post, when I photographed him for my project about Artist Tools.  During the same period I was also creating a film about Rob and …

Venice Between The Landmarks

Venice, Italy, view over river from Rialto Bridge (Ponte di Rialto)

After the exodus of summer tourists and the sudden silence left by departing children, Venice in winter settles into a calm. The November breeze still carries a trace of warmth, …

Creative Reset: A Few Days Away

• Sometimes I just need to get away from it all, no shoots, no briefs, no deadlines, just a few days with no expectation to deliver anything to anyone. • …