Aurora Story:Candid Moments at Aurora Hedgeway School
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Aurora Story:Candid Moments at Aurora Hedgeway School

I recently had the chance to photograph Aurora Hedgeway School in Pilning, near Bristol. Capturing everyday moments at this fantastic specialist school, part of the Aurora Group. Hedgeway supports young people aged 7 to 19 with communication and social needs, offering a warm, inclusive environment.

Through natural portraits and documentary-style imagery, my aim was to show how the school helps students grow in confidence, build life skills, and feel supported every day.You can see more of their photographs here Aurora Hedgeway

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Luc & Poppy’s Story: Ballet Photography in Richmond park
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Luc & Poppy’s Story: Ballet Photography in Richmond park

This was my 5th year photographing Luc Foskett, this time joined by a fellow student and good friend at the Royal Ballet School. They chose an outdoor ballet session in Richmond Park, where the wide-open landscape allowed me to capture graceful and expressive duets, with natural light portraits in motion. Together, Luc and Poppy moved in unison and contrast, exploring connection, form, and friendship through dance and I loved every moment of it!

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Ethan’s Story: A personal journey with prosthetics
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Ethan’s Story: A personal journey with prosthetics

A few months after a life-altering accident, Ethan invited me to photograph him as he began adjusting to life with prosthetics. He wanted to be seen, not hidden, and to make a statement: This is who I am now.

These first portraits mark the beginning of his journey, taken on the day he was leaving hospital and starting to navigate life independently. They may not be my most polished images, but they hold something far more meaningful: honesty, trust, and Ethan’s quiet strength.

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Luc’s Story:ballet Photography at 116 Pall Mall
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Luc’s Story:ballet Photography at 116 Pall Mall

This year’s chapter in my ongoing annual project with Luc Foskett brought us to 116 Pall Mall in central London, an iconic Edwardian venue that offered the perfect setting for ballet photography in London. The grand interiors, with their dramatic elegance, created a striking contrast to Luc’s youthful energy and refined movement. Photographing him in this space allowed us to explore more mature, powerful portraits that reflect how far he has come as a dancer. These images feel timeless, balancing the artistry of ballet with the history of the location, here are a few of my favourites from this year’s shoot.

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