Behind the Scenes of the Shackleton SS23 Shoot

It was a great achievement to be given the opportunity by Shackleton to photograph their SS23 campaign. Shackleton required UK / Dorset content using my Landrover Defender and a range of Shackleton outerwear. The focus would be keeping the ‘luxury’, ‘gentleman’ connotation that Shackleton has built within the outdoor range but adding the ‘adventure’ and ‘endurance’ element to the story.

A two day lifestyle content photoshoot was created, delivering a selection of engaging lifestyle, luxury imagery to bring the collection to life. This included a mixture of natural storytelling from real life adventures and close ups of manufacturing and craftmanship. A mixture of outdoor scenarios and coastal adventures to show off the elements of outdoor wear.

The shoot is to took place in a range of locations around Dorset and aims to tell the story of a gentleman finding his clarity before the working day begins. The shoot began at sunrise travelling via WINDY boats to Old Harry Rocks, an iconic destination using navigation and skills to tell the narrative and visually indicate how the outdoor range can support this type of adventure and environment.

I was using the Canon RF 50mm with the Canon R5 for the first time and I can honestly say, what an improvement to the quality of my work! Here are some behind the scene photographs shot by @cycletog

The Pale Mountains: Dolomites Content Trip

A 3 day trip to the mountains! Myself and Amy Balch Artist took the opportunity to head to the Dolomites for a content creation adventure. Travelling into Cortina, we spent three days hiking different mountain ranges and hot spots. I’ve never seen views quite like it… A lot of lifestyle photography, adventure and discovering a new place!

I titled our project The Pale Mountains, and now after returning from the Dolomites, I can now see why! It was May, the ski season had just finished and summer had not yet started. We stayed in a small town called Cortina which was beautiful but also felt deserted this time of year. Neither of us had any idea what to expect, in fact, we packed shorts and tee shirts! Only to find that snow was still thick and still a bitter wind. One outfit lasted a long time!

The scenery and landscapes were like nothing I have experienced before. We were lost in a postcard and sat by a crystal blue waters of Lago Di Braies simply mesmerised. We also tackled the Tre Cime 500m altitude gain hike, little were we aware of the amount of snow blocking most route paths making it a challenge to complete.

Day 2 we drove South a few miles and came across an unplanned route. It didn’t appear popular but thought it was a good opportunity to explored a more untouched path. It turned out to be a ski path with a ski lift cable guiding us to the top. Once again, a mountain peak layered with snow however, as we had hoped, more incredible views.

We photographed lifestyle content along the way but not heavily focused on capturing unnatural moments. I wanted this to be a ‘real’ visual story of two independent women exploring the Dolomite Mountain Ranges with no experience of the location and surroundings apart from our research to guide us.

Featuring the Finisterre Drift 16L Waterproof Roll Top Back Pack and Thurdark Phalanx Fleece and Strike Pants.

CONTENT TRIP: 16th May - 20th May The Dolomites

Photography is an important part of a brands visual identity and I work closely with my clients to capture their brand’s story. For my next content trip, I will be spending 4 days exploring the breath-taking mountain ranges in the Dolomites located in North Eastern Italy with a small creative team. The Dolomites offer some of the most stunning landscapes in the world. We will be driving from Venice to Cortina D’Ampezzo where will be base ourselves for the duration. From there, we have designed a route exploring a variety of landscapes and terrains, capturing some of the most popular viewpoints as well as the hidden gems. I have wanted to explore the Dolomites at this time of year for as long as I can remember. The landscape promises amazing peaks, light and adventurous conditions, and I am excited to create some dramatic stories. With all of the valuable lessons and experience’s I’ve accumulated, this following content opportunity can be a platform for consistency and adaption for creating inspiring content to support your brand. I want to showcase my journey with your products in an active style, that compliments your brand and brings your products to life. In the form of video and stills, the goal is to capture the natural, the believable lifestyle moments and the breath taking views that are faced along the journey. A product test and a true story.

Who Is Involved

Keeping this adventure small and tackling this project in its entirety. I want to make this adventure believable and realistic to portray the story and adventure we are about to face. I will not only be behind the camera but also in front to create the story of two people exploring dramatic rock formations, 3 mountain peaks and several of secret viewpoints for 4 days. The team will provide female leads for this expedition. We come from creative and rural backgrounds with adventurous spirits, uniting to capture this journey that is going to be nothing short of epic.

Would your brand benefit from this content opportunity? A tailored package designed for your brands requirements can be discussed. Get in touch info@indiarosecreative.com

British Heritage Fashion...

I met Sara Tiara at the Pure London fashion event in London Olympia. I was instantly drawn to her brand and beautiful British Heritage Fashion and designs. We instantly connected and quickly discovered that her workshop is right on my Dorset doorstep! Based in Hampshire, New Forest you can immediately recognise that Sara’s creations are influenced by the enchanting wildlife and nature of her surrounding National Park.

Sara gave me the opportunity to work with her on her next product photography shoot. Specialising in outdoor photography, this project became a new challenge, but one I couldn’t wait to shoot! Testing and experimenting with lighting set ups using 2x Profoto B10’s and an A10 flash made things super simple, yet effective. The brief was to shoot product shots a little differently, instead of clean, white background my thoughts were to make it natural and add organic textures, keeping the appearance of the backdrop and hanging linen sheets. I think this really fitted with Sara Tiara’s brand image and sustainable fashion principles.

“Sara’s unique creations embody first and foremost the principles of British heritage fashion combined with slow fashion. Her signature garments in Harris Tweed finished with exclusively designed silk lining are inspired by both the countryside and by metropolitan, avant-garde and historical influences, bringing a quintessentially British style to life. Her finely handmade hats and headpieces range from opulent, dramatic one of a kind creations to more subtly elegant, ready to wear pieces.”

Model: Jess Cutler

Dryrobe's recent partnership with GB Rowing

British Rowing is responsible for the development of rowing in England and the training and selection of rowers to represent Great Britain 🇬🇧⁠ I had the pleasure and great opportunity from Dryrobe to film and capture content photography to announce the launch of this partnership.

It was great spending time to discover how the GB Olympic and Paralympic teams train, prepare and for me to hear these athlete’s aspirations. I wanted to film this short interview to give a ‘real’ sense of what goes on during training and the day to day of these athletes. There was a very strong element of ‘team’ during this training session, and I wanted to ensure I captured this.

Braving it all. The Silverstone Pomeroy Trophy Photography

“Being first is never easy, a fact known all to well by those who brave the first race of the season on Feb 25th. Notorious for its unpredictability, the weekend weather never disappoints and offers some of the most epic backdrops and racing of the year ahead.” ~ Hoodpin

Working with Hoodpin for the first Silverstone event of the season, the Silverstone Pomeroy Trophy draws out some of the most devoted and enthusiastic racers. “With its long-standing reputation for capricious weather and biting cold, this event showcases true grit and determination.” An excellent opportunity to capture some great storytelling, the grandstands are empty and the sky is usually grey. It is also a very varied mix of cars and characters to start off the season!

It was a day of several different races with a full mix of characters and actions within the paddock and on track. I was a very interesting, yet chilly photography commission to start the race season.

https://www.silverstone.co.uk/news/its-good-be-back


SW1 Street style

SW1 Street style with actor, singer, model, Arteeva.

Test photography shoots are always fun, especially when you want to practice some ideas or just get creative. I was working with Base Models UK in London for this one. I’ve not photographed much street style and I thought shooting in the centre of Pimilco would give us plenty of quiet areas to explore.

My initial plan was to use the private gardens here to have a more ‘outdoors’ vibe and use a model to create a springtime fashion shoot. With some complications, I had to change this plan last minute and use the city environment.

I want to get more into fashion this year so working with Arteeva and Base Models was the perfect opportunity to practice model direction and angles.

Using the Canon R5 and a 35 - 70mm to shoot 3 different scenarios produced a few really pleasing shots. Being winter the light disappeared really quickly that afternoon but we made use of the last few gaps of light.

In the studio with Milly Mauder - Video Commission

Back with another commission for Milly Maunder this time it was film hat on! I took on a new challenge this week, filming is out of my skillset, however I confirmed a commission with Milly Maunder Designs - a small studio in Devon. This was my first professional film project and I’ve learnt so much. It was also great to be working with other women in business and to be able to create 2 short films to build Milly’s brand!

Bank Holiday Photography Commission spent at South Deep

I have been working down the beautiful Parkstone Bay Marina in Poole, Dorset for several years with my Photography and Social Media clients Dromeas Yachts UK . South Deep is situated on the Marina’s edge and it was a pleasure to spend the bank holiday weekend photographing fresh portfolio of lifestyle content during the members summer launch night for Jimmy and the team at South Deep.

Goodwood's 79th Members Meeting

A little behind the scenes from the Goodwood 79th Members meeting. I was so excited about attending this event. As a members only event I was expecting a more relaxed vibe than the Goodwood FOS and Revival. This meant more opportunity to photograph in a more ‘chilled out’ environment, a chance to see the event and have a great weekend! I was attending the event as a spectator, but for me, that is when I feel most creative, I see the characters in people when they are so focused on the race, that is what I enjoy capturing ‘What you don’t see’…

Photographed with the Canon 5d Mark iv | 24mm-70mm lens

Pumped and Exfoliated

5 content filled days in Dubai! Defenders, bikes, new environments and connections turned out to be a great experience. This series was taken from a 6am start in the Desert with Chirenj Chandran and his Defender friends Sandy The Landy. I got in contact with Chirenj through Instagram 3 years ago when I needed advice for my MotoTote Bike Carrier and now managed to hang out and create some great content!

I landed in Dubai with little plans or expectations. I realised how much Instagram has connected me with such amazing people all over the world. I took a spontaneous trip to gather new inspiration and some ‘adventure’.

Milly Mauder Adventures x India Rose Creative

A recent photography commission for British jewellery designer and maker, Milly Maunder based in Devon. Milly makes and designs beautiful handcrafted Granulation jewellery. After learning that Milly created her jewellery being inspired by texture and organic design, I wanted to produce a lifestyle photoshoot to portray just that! Based in the Dorset countryside, it was easy for me to find the right location to conduct this photoshoot with model/artist Amy Balch. Check out the portfolio here

Finding new tracks with Herald Motor Company and Jake Baggaley

A super early start to a location close to home to meet friend and fellow photographer Jake Baggaley. After recently receiving a Herald Maverick 125 CC from the great team at Herald Motor Company, Jake was soon to get in touch with me about an idea for a Moto shoot! So we met on the hills close to my home in Dorset and made it just in time for a perfect golden sunrise.

Time to start planning 2022

Time to start planning for 2021! It is already looking like exciting, heading into the new year with a content trip... hopefully! 🤞🏼 Overall, I’m looking forward to exploring with new brands! Stay tuned!

Exploring with @arranwitheford @fareruniversal

Bay Watch... On location with Farer Universal and Arran Witherford

In front of the camera for a content shoot in Dorset with Farer Universal watches. Beautifully shot by Dorset’s Travel and Commercial Photographer, Arran Witherford. Farer watches are inspired by the halcyon era of watchmaking, when bold colours and contrasting textures were combined with the very best craftsmanship. A British Design X Swiss Made Watches, something worth exploring…

Pic: Arran Witherford

Photography at Sunset with Dromeas Yachts Channel Islands

I’ve had a great weekend in the Channel Islands with Dromeas Yachts . A day at sea creating content and brand photography AND getting to explore Jersey before driving into an amazing sunset. I am so happy with these results!

The London Convoy

After being involved with Twisted for several years, I was excited to be invited to create new content photography for the launch of Twisted London.

Malle Mile 2021

No longer in London this year but Grimsthorpe Castle still proved to be a great location to host the Malle Mile 2021…. I didn’t want to capture to much at this event but have some fun and enjoy the event. Here is what I photographed!

Goodwood FOS with Team Penske

This years Goodwood Festival of Speed was dedicated to American Motorsport legend Roger Penske. I was introduced to Roger through Nick Goozee who invited me to photograph Team Penske at this years Goodwood FOS.

“Penske’s attendance comes as the event celebrates “The Maestros – Motorsport’s Great All-Rounders”, a theme consistently exemplified by Roger Penske and his race teams. As a driver, Penske enjoyed success on both sides of the Atlantic, winning in NASCAR and making it to Formula 1. But ‘The Captain’ is perhaps best known as the leader of Team Penske, having achieved unprecedented success across a number of motorsport disciplines, including INDYCAR, NASCAR, Trans-Am, sports cars, Australian Supercars and Formula 1.” ~ Goodwood.com