What I do
Camera reviews
I review cameras from beginner point and shot models right up to professional DSLR, mirrorless and medium format cameras
Lens reviews
I test a wide variety of camera camera lenses, from zooms to prime lenses, ultra-wide lenses to telephotos, and speciality ‘art’ lenses
Accessory reviews
I write about camera bags, backpacks, tripods, monopods, gimbals, filter systems, lighting systems and more
How to articles
These can be on anything from camera settings to photo editing, with before and after images and step by step walkthroughs as required
Explainers
I take complex and technical subjects and break them down into everyday language and examples for beginners and non-experts
Buying guides
These can be on anything from cameras to lenses, tripods to camera bags. I pick out the best buys for specific readers/user types
Other skills
Keyword research/SEO
I am experienced in finding and prioritising keywords, optimising content and developing keyword ranking strategies
CMS work
In addition to creating content, I can handle CMS formatting, image uploads and internal linking as required. I’m especially familiar with WordPress
Content repurposing
As a one-time production editor, I have a lot of experience in cutting and reshaping content to fit different layouts and publishing needs
Editing (print and web)
I am experienced in editing print magazines and websites and I run my own websites at lifeafterphotoshop.com and fotovolo.com
Video presenting/editing
I record and edit how-to videos for YouTube, providing ready cut/dubbed video with captions and titles as required
Commercial work
I am experienced in creating sponsored and advertorial content, liaising with clients and publishers and developing pitches
About me
I’m an independent freelance photography writer and editor with 30 years experience working for the UK’s largest specialist publishers, both online and in print. I cover all aspects of photography including cameras, shooting techniques, lenses and accessories, and for everyone from smartphone users through enthusiasts to professional photographers. As well as full time freelancing I have worked as Head of Testing for Future plc’s photography magazines, camera channel editor on TechRadar, Editor and Technique Editor on N-Photo. I write for TechRadar, Digital Camera World, Amateur Photographer, Digital Camera, PhotoPlus, N-Photo and many other photography and technology publications.