Image Manipulation

I think we are all well aware that a significant proportion of the images we see in magazines and on billboards bear only a passing resemblance to reality.

While there is nothing new in image manipulation, the advent of digital photography and photo-processing software has placed powerful tools in the hands of the masses. Whether you are shooting a fashion editorial for Vogue or just a quick photo of your kids at a birthday party, the chances are your photographs will almost always receive some kind of treatment - however modest - in post-production.

I find I struggle to maintain an absolute stance on image manipulation and retouching... but it's something I do consider a great deal!

More musings and examples of image manipulation after the jump.

Photoshoot with Rosie Smith

I make no secret of the fact that I absolutely love band photography. It is my firm belief that any photographer worth their salt should have some rock'n'rollas in their portfolio.

My mate Rosie is a real rock'n'rolla.

Hit the jump for some reflections on band photography and of course some sweet, sweet images from the shoot.

Family Portraits

I have just finished a portrait shoot with a gorgeous young family in central London to celebrate their son and my namesake Sean's first birthday.

Read on for some examples of the beautiful images we made and a description of the shoot.