A photograph is as much about what is left out as what is included. This portrait is one of my favourites of all time, but also includes a fundamental error.

In the UK I am faced with a completely different landscape to navigate. I need to understand the big issues before I find the stories that need to be told.

As I re-establish my work in a new country, I am forced to face my fear of networking. But how else do you get back up and running when you don't know anyone?

After 13 years building a career in South Africa, I am keen to see if I can transfer my brand of photographic advocacy to the UK. How hard can it be?

An example of the contract that I use for all commissioned campaigns. This document ensures that everyone is on the same page when the production begins.

When creating campaigns, I work to a strict set of self-imposed ethical guidelines. This article outlines my ethics and informed consent process.

When images are licensed, I issue a formal document that confirms the specific images and terms of usage. Take a look at my standard licensing agreement here.

A short breakdown, for potential clients, of how I structure my pricing for advocacy campaigns. Includes a calculator for estimating project costs.

A full, detailed breakdown of my pricing structures for all the different commission types. Includes full explanations of both creative fees and licence fees.

On almost every commission I have the same conversation about copyright. Everyone wants to own it, but most people don't know why. Who should own copyright, and why?

My 2015 portrait campaign, giving a voice to sick miners, stands as the primary example of the application of my work through framework, content and advocacy.

A deep-dive into the motivations, production and advocacy of my ongoing project to celebrate the unsung heroes creating positive change around South Africa.

In late 2025 I was asked to curate an exhibition of activists that would accompany a large "alternative G20" event in Johannesburg. Here is a look inside the campaign.

Creating powerful campaigns requires a variety of expertise. I've developed a skillset to provide value when capacity is tight, without compromising on quality.

Cutting through the noise, being visible and creating real change. When we start with impact, we can develop content that engages a wider audience.

When trying to raise public attention of complex issues, a photograph can immediately engage an audience, connecting us through our shared humanity.

Find what you care about and you can make great photography.

A surprise encounter with the American ambassador to Lesotho prompted a trip to the mountain kingdom in 2021 to photograph portraits of the King and Queen.

We almost didn't make it home. The story of how we found ourselves in a precarious situation whilst making The Defenders project in Mindanao, Philippines.

I have always searched for meaning in photography and no matter which route I take it always comes back to making a positive impact in people's lives.