I’m a Natural History Cinematographer based in the Forest of Dean.

Originally from the North, my background is in Zoology and photography. I started photographing wildlife at a young age; I was (and still am) fascinated by how cameras, film, and lenses work. After completing my BSc (Hons) in Zoology and my MA in Wildlife Documentar... Read More

I’m a Natural History Cinematographer based in the Forest of Dean.

Originally from the North, my background is in Zoology and photography. I started photographing wildlife at a young age; I was (and still am) fascinated by how cameras, film, and lenses work. After completing my BSc (Hons) in Zoology and my MA in Wildlife Documentary Production, my focus shifted from a predominantly scientific and technical interest to also include creative composition, beautiful lighting, and engaging storytelling.

My journey in film and television began in 2016 when I spent seven weeks in the Amazon rainforest assisting Director of Photography, Richard Kirby, on the IMAX 3D Giant Screen picture ‘Amazon Adventure’. Since then, I have worked on a number of high-profile projects and gained a number of broadcast credits including: Director of Photography – ‘Tiny World’ (Plimsoll Productions for AppleTV+), Photography – ‘The Mating Game’ (Silverback Films for BBC One), Director of Photography – ‘Planet Insect’ (Hooded Crow Pictures for Curiosity Stream), Director of Photography – ‘Incredible Animal Journeys’ (Plimsoll Productions for Disney+/National Geographic).

I have a firm technical understanding with a flair for problem solving and improvisation. I hold licenses to pilot drones in both the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and I currently have over sixty hours of flight time on the DJI Inspire 2, the DJI Mavic 3 Cine Pro, and the DJI Phantom 4 Pro.

I am proficient in using a variety of camera systems including RED (I am a RED S35 V-Rapor owner/operator), Phantom Flex/VEO, ARRI, Panasonic Varicam/S-series/GH-series, Sony Cine Alta/EX-series/F-series, and mirrorless camera traps. I have substantial experience of lighting sets for studio work, having used a variety of lighting types from LED panels and fibre lights, to Tungsten and Fluorescents. I am comfortable using a range of gimbals including the Freefly Movi Pro, DJI Ronin 2, and DJI RS4 Pro. In addition to this, I have experience in recording sound on location that includes atmosphere/wild track, spot effects, sync, and animal calls.

An interesting fact about me, when I’m shooting stills, I focus with my left eye. When I’m shooting film, I focus with my right eye.

When I’m not behind a camera, you can find me walking our Cocker Spaniel in the forest, climbing mountains, camping in the wilderness, or diving with sketchy visibility.

Want to know more about me? Really?! Great, get in touch and we can arrange to have a chat over a coffee. In the meantime, why not download my CV.

Website Link: www.salisburypicture.co
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