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Boxing Club Photography – Part 2

Boxing Club Photography – Part 2

When I went to photograph Faversham Boxing Club, the thing that really astounded me was just how physically fit you have to be in order to box. You are constantly moving. A great part of each session is spent skipping, shadow boxing and doing drills.  Something I was a bit worried about, before going to the Club, was how adversarial it would be – I have always shied away from any kind of conflict. I need not have worried. There is a bell that rings every sixty seconds. For three minutes, two people…Read more
Faversham Boxing Club Part 1

Faversham Boxing Club Part 1

It’s been a very busy time since restrictions eased. A big moment for me was when I went to photograph Faversham Boxing Club. I had barely photographed any actual people in months when I started the project and felt almost nervous to be back out there.  I knew very little about boxing. I had seen the film The Boxer with Daniel Day-Lewis – that’s about it! In my defence, I blame my lack of awareness about sport on not having a television in my youth. (“You had to make your own entertainment,” as…Read more
10 Photography Headshot and Branding Pitfalls – Number 8 Will Surprise You

10 Photography Headshot and Branding Pitfalls – Number 8 Will Surprise You

Headshot and personal branding photography has become increasingly popular because social media has become more and more important.  If you’re in business, you probably know that you have to post on social media 2-3 times per week minimum in order to get in front of your customers. Posting text without an image or video won’t draw anyone’s attention as they scroll through their feed. Instagram won't even allow you to post without a photograph! Artist, Drew Tonta, at his home with his creations behind him So you need photographs and you need a lot…Read more

9 Ways to Take Better Headshots

Not everyone can afford a professional photographer for their headshots, particularly if you're running a small business. Selfies, though cheap, don't hold much kudos with your customers. If you need to take your own headshots, here are a few guidelines that will help so that, whoever is holding the camera, your website headshots look great. This image of Monika shows the effect of many of these techniques. If you find you need help with any of the things I discuss, please feel free to email me with any questions. Key Points Position your body…Read more