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Meet Archie - a lively, curly-coated companion with bags of character and a love of the great outdoors. I recently had the pleasure of photographing Archie during a natural light dog photography session in the beautiful countryside around Southwell, Nottinghamshire....

Meet Ellie – a gentle and soulful Springer Spaniel who recently joined me for a woodland adventure in the heart of Sherwood Forest. This session was a wonderful example of how natural surroundings and patient moments can come together to capture a dog’s true...

There’s something truly captivating about the elegance and presence of a horse – the way the light catches their contours, the curve of a neck, the gentle intelligence in their eyes. My fine art equine photography sessions are all about honouring that timeless beauty...

How to Prepare Your Horse for a Photo Shoot You’ve booked your equine photography session — now it’s time to get ready. Preparing your horse properly helps everything run smoothly on the day and ensures you get the very best from your images. Here’s how I recommend...

There’s something truly special about photographing dogs in their own space – familiar, relaxed, and brimming with their unique personalities. This session with Donna’s trio of lively terriers took place in her garden in Nottinghamshire and was an absolute delight...

There’s something truly timeless about the bond between a horse and their person – and this session with Evie and her stunning black mare Milly, set in the rolling countryside of Leicestershire, was the perfect example. As a professional dog and horse photographer...

There’s something truly special about early winter mornings – the light, the stillness, and, on this occasion, the company of Dasher. This session took place in and around Southwell, Nottinghamshire, where I’m based as a professional dog and horse photographer. Dasher...

There’s something timeless about the connection between horse and human – and Emily’s equine session in the New Forest captured that beautifully. Set against the peaceful backdrop of ancient woodland and open heath, this session was a celebration of trust, partnership...

What’s in My Camera Bag? Ever wondered what a dog and horse photographer brings to a shoot? As a Southwell-based equine and canine photographer, my boot space is my mobile kit room — and I like to think it’s a well-honed balance of professional Nikon gear, practical...

Meet Darcie – a sweet-natured and beautifully expressive spaniel who recently had her moment in front of the camera. This entire session took place in the comfort of her own garden in Lincolnshire, showing just how much variety and beauty can be found right at...

Some photography sessions go beyond the moment – they become tributes. This equine session with Detroit, held in Nottingham, was part of a wider series honouring individuals who serve in both our Armed Forces and Emergency Services. It was a privilege to document a...

Meet Cooper – a stunning Welsh Springer Spaniel with a brilliant personality and a tail that never stops wagging. I had the absolute pleasure of photographing him during a private session held in his own back garden in Nottinghamshire. As a professional dog and horse...

The rolling countryside of Nottinghamshire made the perfect backdrop for this fun-filled dog photography session with Charlotte and her wonderful group of dogs. As a professional dog and horse photographer based in Southwell, Notts, I always aim to reflect the...

A photo session doesn’t have to focus on just one animal. With the right planning and a little behind-the-scenes coordination, we can create a truly special image that brings your full four-legged family together – just like this countryside session in...

There is something very special about photographing older dogs. They carry a calm wisdom and warmth that radiates through the lens - and Boomer was no exception. This handsome boy brought his gentle nature and expressive face to our countryside session, and it was an...

There’s something special about the bond between horse and rider - a quiet trust that speaks volumes without words. I had the pleasure of capturing this connection during a beautiful equine photography session with Courtney and her lovely horse, Oakley.We met in the...

Meet Biscuit - a charming Beagle mix with soulful eyes and endless personality. I recently had the pleasure of photographing her in the autumn-kissed woodlands of Nottinghamshire, where the earthy tones and scattered leaves provided the perfect setting to showcase her...

There is something quietly powerful about the bond between a horse and their rider - a connection built not through words, but through trust, time and understanding. This recent session with Chantelle and her stunning horse Dylan was a perfect example of that unspoken...

When I meet new people and talk about Equine Portrait photography, the most common thing I hear is that they don't like posing in front of the camera so this blog is here to put your mind at ease about posing and how I will guide you to capture that unique connection...

Photography is a journey. Like any craft, it requires dedication, learning, and countless hours refining your skills. Today, I’m beyond proud to share that I’ve reached a significant milestone in that journey—I’ve achieved Qualified Status with...

So yesterday we made the heart breaking decision to have our beloved Sheeba PTs. Sheeba was our first family dog and we rescued her when she was 6 and she was with us for a little over 7.5years. Through the tears yesterday I was reflecting that the pain and grief I...

So on a rather wet Saturday in June i attended the Drone to Home Dog festival in my very own village of Fiskerton, Nottinghamshire to do some Dog photography rather than having my stand. I have been a supporter of Drone to Home for a couple of years and they do a...

After all the rain recently it was a delight to be able to actually do some Dog Photography on the glorious sunshine and today was no exception. For this session I was off to the lovely Lincolnshire countryside, although based in Nottinghamshire I do travel all over...

So as I look out of the window spring is definitely starting to take hold and thoughts are turning to what to wear for your photo session with your Horse(s) - which is the most common question I get asked when someone has booked a session with me. Don't worry I'm here...

In previous blogs youve read about what happens on an Equine or dog photosession, about what to wear for a equine protrait photo session and how to prepare, this blogs is setting out to address the why - Why book a photosession with your Horse or Dog and whats...

Are you thinking about booking a professional outdoor Dog Photography session and are not sure how it works or that your dog may not be on their best behaviour, then this blog will tell you all you need to know about my approach to photographing your dog (and you)....

Have you ever googled Dog or Equine photographers near you and been overwhelmed by the responses. There are probably hundreds of really talented photographers in Nottinghamshire so how do you know which one is for you? Look for a specialist - Whether you are looking...

Meet Bonnie, a simply lovely Daschund who I got to photgraph at the ripe old age of 17 and abit. Bonnies owner won a photsession with me at a local charity event for Drone to Home where she won best in show! I had the consultation call and realised that this wasnt...

Jessie is a young and very bouncy springer spaniel who was full of beans when we met with her owners at a local woods where we had a fabulous couple of hours trying to keep her in one place! During Jessies photo-session she spent most of the time being a Spaniel,...