Photography has a way of capturing the little details we might otherwise forget or not notice—the way the light catches in a child’s hair, the way they twirl absentmindedly in a field of wildflowers, or the quiet moments in between all the chaos of everyday life. That’s what I love most about it. I prefer my images to feel real, to capture childhood as it truly is—just with a touch of romance.
What do I mean by that? I’m not talking about over-the-top editing or overly staged setups. I mean keeping things natural, but leaning into the beauty that’s already there. Soft golden light, rich textures, and a timeless feel—things that make a moment feel even more special without taking away from its authenticity.
I grew up in Yorkshire, spending many days playing out in the fields at my Grandads farm, loving old storybooks and the illustrations, the kind that make childhood feel a little more magical. I would obsessively draw pictures on an evening and try to create my own fairytales. Maybe that’s why I’m drawn to images that have that same warmth and nostalgia as those books and my happy memories. But at the heart of it all, my goal is to document real moments of real people. The little hand-holds, the wind in their hair, the child lost in thought, the quiet glances between siblings. It’s those fleeting details that I want to keep forever.
So, when I photograph children and families, I’m not trying to create a fantasy. I’m simply capturing life as it is, and people as they are—just in the softest, dreamiest way possible. A little bit of romance, but nothing that isn’t already there.
What do you love most about your favourite photos? Is it the emotion, the light, or something else entirely? I’d love to hear your thoughts!
