I have always been fascinated by sound and picture and the relationship between the two. I remember around the age of eight years old I would spend all day exploring stop motion, using lego and an old VHS videocamera to create worlds of my own. I still love this about taking photos and producing videos - the power they have to share ideas, stories and experiences. 

We all have those childhood memories of posing awkwardly for photos. I remember how the spontaneous moment was lost once the camera came out. As a naturally shy person, much happier behind the camera than in front of it, I understand how choosing the right photographer is really important. I believe everyone can enjoy being photographed, and that the best photos often come from those unplanned moments when someone doesn’t even realise they are being photographed; they are being truly themselves without trying to pose.

After graduating with a degree in Music and Sound Recording from the University of Surrey I decided to move into video, starting Flying Mirrors here in Moray with Sara. We started with just one DSLR camera and built up from there. Since then I have expanded my skills to include photography and running events online.

One of my favourite parts of the job is meeting people from all over the Highlands and seeing all the projects, charities and businesses that are doing amazing things. It feels like being part of one great big community which has so much goodwill.