Where are you from?

I'm originally from the UK, but I am now based on the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius. I travel wherever each project takes me.

Do you think of yourself as a photographer or a writer?

I think of myself as a storyteller – people know me as a photographer, but truth be told, I do as much writing as photography. I’ve honed both skills over the years – bringing words and pictures together provides another dimension and a more powerful narrative. After all, if a picture is worth a thousand words, then why not add the words too?  

What first made you pick up a camera?

I have always been fascinated by how a photograph can capture a moment in time. As a child, I spent hours studying historical photographs, looking at the people featured and wondering what their lives were like and what happened right after the photograph was taken. For me, how photographs could immortalise a single moment was the next best thing to time travel. This fascination led to me picking up my first camera and continues to drive me today.

How did you learn photography?

I have often heard photography described as the place where art and science collide, and I think that's true. The science behind photography is a constant; the laws of physics don't change, and learning them simply requires a commitment to study. In my case, I learned the science of photography by reading every book I could find, questioning every photographer I met, and generally soaking up as much information as possible.

The art of photography is a different matter - that comes from deep within. Every photographer must discover it for themselves; finding your unique creative style takes time and dedication. I have always believed that everyone has the power to be an artist within them, but unlocking that artistry is something you can't learn – it comes from experience, trial and error, play and experimentation.

What cameras do you use?

I am a big fan of mirrorless cameras and have used the Fujifilm X-Series for many years. For my style of photography, their lightweight nature makes them much more convenient than their dSLR counterparts.

I have written a more detailed article about the photography gear I use, which is available here.

How would you describe your style?

My preference has always been to capture the candid – natural, unscripted moments of everyday life. I like to be in the middle of the action rather than viewing things from a distance. The subjects of almost all my photographs are close enough to touch. Through a combination of colour, composition and mood, I endeavour to create timeless images which can't be dated - photographs that could have been taken decades ago or in the last five minutes.

Which projects inspire you most?

The world around me inspires me, the people I meet and the places I visit. The world is incredible; I have seen and photographed so many extraordinary sights and human emotions. Yet when I think I have seen everything, something new and fascinating surprises me, and I'm inspired all over again.