One of Seven

A born optimist, I love being around people. Perhaps it’s because of being one of seven children I have always been flexible, adaptable and understanding for the needs of others. Not much space and time or privacy getting on with each other was the only option. Taking responsibility was at the core of family life and so loyalty, commitment and ‘pulling your weight’ were commonplace. We were a team and there was no room for division.

As part of my own ‘escape’ and need for privacy I found myself often engrossed in walking, doodling, drawing and photography. All of these interests I did alone. I had my own camera at 16 and developed my own prints in the bathroom. I had my own imagination and privacy for company and although I had lots going on around me, I would escape into my own world of thinking. My interests were a far cry from a hectic school and family life. I was very happy and most of that was from being alone.

Despite this, I believe my upbringing also made me fond of company, very easy going and provided me with a curiosity and fascination with people generally. Although my hobbies were isolating, I found this a benefit. I could think deeply of the world around me and appreciate it from my own creative perspective.

Studying Graphic Design at Birmingham I met my future wife and life partner and with seven years in London and two children later I had established a career within the creative sector.

As a strategic thinker, focusing on customers behaviour and marketing ideas I have always believed that the most valuable assets of any business are it's people. Product and service is important of course but if you have great people success comes easier and faster.

By enjoying working with people as much as possible is where I believe the magic of business lies. Hence, my style of working, although highly professional and detailed is also relaxed, informal and hugely enjoyable.

Living in Leeds and having a wonderful Yorkshire life, I feel very fortunate to have the healthy life balance and career that I now have. And with only two children to negotiate I now have more time than my parents ever had!

Must have been 2 years old. Scruffy but happy.

1966 Caravan holiday in Mablethorpe.

My promise to you

Logo design, graphic design, photography, social media and print are all part of the service I offer. So whether it’s a new leaflet, website, headshot, social media campaign or exhibition panel, I have the widest skillset available just for you.

You will get a bespoke and individual creative partner who has the experience to deliver great brand marketing ideas that will excite both you and your target audience. Helping you build and sustain a competitive edge with high level and strategic marketing content is my promise. In return we both get a genuine, creative and enjoyable experience from working together.

Creativity and customer services are at the heart of what I do. This enables you to be in control of timings and budgets, leaving me to deliver research, ideas and critical thinking. As a result you receive a top draw service as standard.

Whether you are a start up, small business or part of an in-house marketing team, I would love the opportunity to work with you. My passion is all things creative, design and photography and my aim is to provide you with the right solutions that will give you that competitive edge.

Please check out both our DESIGN and PHOTOGRAPHY sections for some of our case studies and wider portfolio.