About me

I am a graduate in photography and have been trained thoroughly in Adobe software such as Photoshop, Illustrator and Indesign. I have experience dealing with different ranges in file qualities, sizes and formats. Also being a creative individual I have developed a portfolio of images, ranging from digital prints to analogue photographic prints. Photography at degree level is very much linkable to graphics and digital design, understanding how an image or piece of graphics speaks to its viewer and how it represents a certain message. My interest in art has allowed me to express myself in many different medias, drawing/painting/3D and illustration all interest me, I am also currently working on several different pixel art projects on my personal site.

I have experience working freelance and I am currently stock photographer for a home furnishing company, but have also worked at London Fashion Week and have been creating, designing and exhibiting my own work (books & prints) for the past 4 years.

Aside from the skills and personality traits I have listed above and in my CV, I am a methodical worker who can be trusted to use initiative and creativity to solve problems. I think it is also beneficial in part of a team to be approachable, friendly and professional.

Skills

- Digital photography, digital imaging, image manipulation and illustration., - Comfortable with general admin, front of house, and reception duties., - Well developed sense of aesthetics and visual communication., - Digital inkjet printing and high resolution scanning., - Analogue photography, wet darkroom processing and professional practice., - Understanding concepts, critical thinking with in photography and art commercially and within the community., - Meeting deadlines, working in teams and alone without compromising quality., - Basic knowledge of web design, blogging, video/audio and graphic design., - Computing and interpersonal skills., - Knowledge of Microsoft and Apple operating systems, most familiar with Mac software., - Experienced in using Adobe software - Indesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Bridge.

Sector Experience

2006/07 - Mixed media based piece with local artist - Worksop., 2008 - Series of shoots with stylist Hannah Perkins - Various, London., 2009 - London Fashion week, MAN show - backstage photographer for designer Jonathan W Anderson., 2010 - Existence exhibition - Orchid Center, Sheffield., 2011 - University degree show - Sheffield., 2012 - Book Show - Workstation, Sheffield., 2012 - Graduated, Sheffield Hallam University, Photography degree 2.1., 2012 - Intern - Site Gallery, Sheffield., 2012 - Book development with Sheffield based photographer Tom Archer., 2012/2013 - 'Outrageously Pretentious' - Sheffield, Lincoln, London.

Awards

2000 - 2005: GCSE - Graphic Design - C - English Language & Literature - C & C - Maths - Level 2 (C equivalent) Communication - Level 2 - Information tech - Level 2 - Valley School, 2005 - 2006: First Certificate - Art & Design - Distinction - West Notts College, 2006 - 2008: National Diploma - Art & Design - DMM - North Notts College, 2008 - 2012: BA Honours in Photography - Sheffield Hallam University - 2.1 upper second class honours. Photographic experience is available upon request.

Clients

Frank Bobbins Institute, Sabichi LTD, Site Gallery Sheffield, Vice Magazine

Trade Associations

Jessops, Wilkinsons, Paperchase, Sabichi