I was invited to give a couple of lectures on approaches to creativity and basic design. Apparently there is a hunger for a course which avoids the approaches of camera clubs.

It was clear from the start that they were …

I would like to thank Justin Windle owner of the BIG SHED in Manchester for inviting me to look around. I have to admit what I found was completely  unexpected. It is one of, if not the most sophisticated and …

Had a great time discussing my ideas on innovation and risk in this challenging world with a range of students.

I was gratified to find a very open and interested response from the them. This was confirmed when we discussed …

I have just been contacted by Tom Miles, who runs the excellent industry blog www.photosmudger.com, about his latest draft on what makes a good lecturer.

His blog, by the way, offers a very large range of practical advice  from …

After congratulating Richard Weston on his recent success, mentioned in a previous post, we were able to meet in a Manchester pub for a couple of hours. This was chance to review the challenges facing a photographer.His business model is …

I have been a little lax of late focussing on lecturing and research. What I find interesting is going back to having the issues that any creative has of seeking inspiration.

Finding the right triggers and developing techniques to aid …

Richard Weston, an ex student of mine, running a highly successful business in Wilmslow, was awarded the Ward Thomas Award in Photography at the National Open Art Exhibition in the Mercers’ Hall in London for ‘Portarit of my Son’. This …

I was very impressed with the achievements of Rob who was not only able to establish a very successful photographic studio in Manchester just three years after leaving as photographer to Granada TV Studios. He was also able to develop …

Had a week visiting a number of exhibitions with great opportunities to see old friends, ex students and leaders of our industry.

First a look at Joseph Pegler’s 8th Lucky Jotter event. Joseph who I’m working with at the …

As part of looking at the world outside of London I have visited a few photographers to gauge how they are coping with the current challenges. Moy Williams is a long established photographer right in the heart of Manchester. He …