In many ways, this Test/Review can be seen as a comparison write-up alongside that of the GR 35:40 Rucksack, which I previously wrote about here. As a pack, it’s something a little different to what you’re used to seeing me with – in its appearance, functionality and list of features – and was designed for […]
It’s been a while since I took a look at a new sleeping bag. I’ve used various models from various brands over the years – both synthetic and down-filled – and it’s always interesting to see how they use technology to continually raise the bar. My use of them covers all seasons and varying scenarios […]
This week: I’m on location, in my hammock, discussing my setup and review kit. This was a chance to get the ball rolling on a number of Test/Review items, as well as an opportunity to slow down for a few hours during what had been a very busy week. In this week’s show, then, I’m sharing […]
At the end of last week, I headed to the woods of an overnight stay in the hammock. Partly self-indulgent (I love spending time in the hammock in woodland), it was mostly a stealth recce of sorts. It all started when I put out a request on Facebook, seeing if anyone knew of anyone who […]
This week: I’m in my office, talking through the pictures from a recent photo shoot. Last week, I walked you through the kit used during a recent multi-location shoot. Well, as promised, you now join me as I sit at my computer, reviewing all of the images which were submitted to the client in order for them […]
I recently read an interesting article over on LinkedIn. It was well structured and raised some very good points. However… Regarding how we engage with photographs, the author asserted “Your audience… go straight to the next one. Eventually your brand disappears behind all the selfies and chicken parmigianas.” I don’t necessarily agree with this. Sure, […]
This week: I’m talking about the kit used during a day-long photo shoot earlier this week. The photography here was for one of my Outdoor Impact package clients, and involved a day spent moving, non-stop, between locations here on the south coast. For this reason, I had to travel relatively lightly, whilst at the same time […]
This week: You join me down by the water, shooting client product pictures. On this occasion day, my setup is very simple – essentially one camera, one lens and a tripod. I also employ my iPhone in order to conveniently capture some time-lapse for social media purposes. And as you’ll hear, it was probably just […]
I received these Skye Trails – billed as a ‘multi-activity shoe’ – last summer. If you remember, it was rather a hot one. In my experience, for general use, sandals or lighter-weight shoes are a good fit for my day-to-day activities, with walking boots and ‘heavier’ trail shoes being reserved for the more challenging of […]
This week: I’m talking about process of storytelling in photography. It’s National Storytelling Week and as you might imagine, this is music to my ears because, well, that’s what my whole business as a photographer is all about! In this week’s show, I’m sharing a few thoughts about how we use pictures to tell stories – and how […]
I’ve never been one for setting New Year resolutions. Rather, I believe in having goals and working hard towards achieving them. You might remember that I used to do a yearly review / goal-setting post here on TAP. It’s been a while since the last one so, with January just around the corner, I thought […]
It’s true what they say: you never stop learning – both in life and in business. One of the things that has always appealed to me, working for myself, is the heady mix of variety and challenge on a regular basis. I’ve worked with an incredibly wide range of clients over the years, spanning the […]
