JP Creative Photography

About James

I’m a photographer based in Somerset, specialising in landscape photography, wildlife photography, and more recently, macro photography. As a software engineer by trade, I’ve always been process-driven and interested in developing technical skills to create an end-product. Photography gives me the opportunity to bring that perspective and skillset into the natural world, to experience it more deeply. My photographs invite you into the natural world also, to be a part of its story and to connect with it in new ways.

Landscape photography combines technical skill with nature-connection. My images capture the beauty of the environment and invite the viewer in. Preparation is key: getting to know the landscape, identifying the best viewpoints, tracking weather and daylight hour, through to the technical preparation of utilising the camera settings in terms of what settings will render the best representation of the image on screen or on paper. This preparation allows me to be present in the moment, soak up the landscape, and bring its essence back to my studio.

Wildlife photography is all about patience, precision and response-times. Whilst preparation is essential, the magic is in reading the landscape and watchfully waiting. It’s looking for the slightest movement in the reeds, it’s identifying the bird calls, it’s anticipating the next flight. The intensity of wildlife photography is then amplified through the exhilaration of looking over a series of images afterwards, and finding the one that you know is a gift from nature.

Macro photography is all about experimentation and pushing technical skills to the limit. I enjoy the playful nature of capturing minute details to create a sense of awe or humour. Focusing on something small and intricate is very grounding in terms of perspective in life.

If you have connected with my photographs and would like to purchase a print or digital copy, then please contact me for further information.