Where do you find real inspiration when social media feeds you nothing but impossible perfection?

I fuel my inspiration with stories of derring do, factual and fictional. I may not physically be able to hike the Himalayas or row the Atlantic, but I can digest the way those stories made me feel. I can analyse what ingredients from these tales kept me engaged and incorporate those methods into my own architectural photography career and storytelling.

The Govan to Partick bridge in Glasgow, Scotland, is a cable stayed opening swing bridge that provides a pedestrian and cycle link from Water Row in Govan to Pointhouse Quay in Partick, site of the splendid Riverside Museum. My journey continued up to Glasgow to photograph one of the UK’s newest bridges…

Kielder Observatory, your invitation to discover a hidden gem where design meets the cosmos.

Discover the awe-inspiring architecture of Kielder Observatory, nestled deep within Northumberland’s Dark Skies Park, through the lens of a professional architectural photographer.

Being an architectural photographer in the UK can be challenging. The UK is not exactly known for its favourable weather conditions for photographers, especially for those whose primary aim is to showcase design and the built environment in the best possible light, quite literally.

Can you pinpoint the beginning of your journey into the realm of architecture? My journey began quite serendipitously amid the carefree days of my youth. On days when the Welsh weather turned cold, or when a more mature indulgence beckoned, we would retreat to the comforting confines of the Morannedd Cafe.

The inclusion of people in architectural photography is a topic of debate, with some photographers preferring empty spaces for speed and minimalism, while others argue that people add context and connection. Geographical preferences and cost considerations also play a role in this decision. Ultimately, the choice reflects individual style and intention, impacting the narrative conveyed through architecture.

If you don’t know, this is the Ohio State University football stadium in Columbus Ohio. The final layered document size was just over 5GB. Which would in theory print out at 217cm x 111cm before any enlargements.

Capturing the beauty and essence of architectural projects requires more than just technical expertise behind the camera. It’s a creative collaboration—a partnership where your vision as an architect meets the skills of a professional photographer.

I understand hiring a photographer is a significant investment. Here are 14 questions to ask when considering an architectural photographer for your next project.