‘Let me feel the lack’ – theophany and the search for God
Terrence Malick uses The Thin Red Line to show us the importance of theophany.
I love the smell of developer in the morning
Matthew Smeal reflects on luminous memories, Lee Miller, and a love of mechanical cameras.
Talk Story
With so much being written about storytelling and content creation, I got reflecting on the Hawaiian concept of 'Talk story' – the humble notion of sharing experiences and wisdom – the importance of terms and definitions, and why good stories are important to society.
I don’t own a drone – and that’s why you should hire me
Having recently made a fairly successful observational documentary, I reflect on why and how we tell stories and what the pitfalls for filmmakers can be.
When size doesn’t matter… but form factor does – The Panasonic HC-X2
The road to a new video system led very quickly to a Panasonic HC-X2.
What I use: Nikon D750
Cameras are a personal choice. While effectively a tool to allow photographers to create and capture, they evoke such passion among their users and fans. I’ve used Nikon cameras for years, and my digital camera of choice – the Nikon D750.
Le Grand Bleu – the Citizen Promaster Aqualand JP2000
I used to think the Citizen Promaster Aqualand JP2000 was the ugliest watch in dive watch history. But over time, I came to admire its unique beauty. Today, I think it’s stunning.
Imago Dei – Pope John Paul II’s Theology of the Body
Between 1979 and 1984, Pope John Paul II gave 129 lectures on human sexuality during his Wednesday Audiences in St Peter’s Square. Some believe that no other theological work is as thorough or as deep when it comes to understanding God’s purpose for the human body’s sexual nature.
The body beautiful
Nakedness isn’t new, we were born that way – all of us. But our modern western culture has developed a hang-up with nudity. Somehow, sex and nakedness have become one, and today we struggle to separate the two.
Why Black and White?
Anyone who knows my work will know that it’s mostly devoid of colour. I shoot in black and white—whenever I can—so the obvious question, and the one I get a lot, is why? I’ll try and unpack it.
To Be Human
I was honoured to be featured on the To Be Human podcast. The podcast is run by Jennah-Louise Salkeld who spoke to me about photojournalism and my love of the ocean.
Women in the Water
Despite seeing more women in the lineup, does surfing still have a way to go to wipeout its sexist past?
A Very Deep Dive into the Squale 50 Atmos 1521
The Squale 50 Atmos 1521 is a stunning dive watch with a pedigree that other brands could only dream of. Yet when it comes to known dive watch brands, Squale swims below the surface. It’s time to dive below the waves and take a good look at the iconic Squale 50 Atmos 1521.
Niksen and Solitude – The art of doing nothing
Niksen is a Dutch lifestyle concept that centres on being idle. Despite the connotation, it is actually a good thing.
The Sense of Presence – Why I Ride
“The sense of presence is overwhelming” – Riding a motorcycle has rekindled feelings of a time gone by but also brought a profound sense of presence
Content Marketing
Content Marketing provides informative, relevant and entertaining content—the type of content your supporters are already searching for. Don’t shut them out.
What lies beneath
Swimming is perfect for your health: both mental and physical. But is there something much deeper going on?
Communications: Making people care
Is the role of Communications really what we think it is? Ever wondered what Communications actually is and how it fits into an NGO, not-for-profit or charity? This could get controversial but let’s find out!
Edward Colston – What’s in a name
Edward Colston is not a name anyone wants to be associated with. But as someone who carries the name Colston, and has family ties to Colston’s home of Bristol, the recent tumbling of his statue during the BLM protests in Britain has stirred some raw emotions.