I went back to a location I photographed around eight years ago, hoping to rediscover an interest in old and abandoned buildings that I had almost forgotten about.
The photography went well; the drone went up, and I got some photographs that I was happy with.
Then someone came towards me shouting.
Read MoreThe final day of my Mayo adventure with Bernard and Milo turned into one of those shoots that had everything.
We had incredible cliffs, changing light, some great compositions and even a little bit of drama when my drone lost connection while flying towards the sea stacks.
Then, just when we thought the evening couldn't get any more challenging, the wind dropped and the midges arrived.
Read MoreI attempted to photograph Ireland's 2026 solar eclipse with Roches Point Lighthouse in the foreground. Here is how I planned the shot and dealt with exposure.
Read MoreIn this video, I share my approach to finding compositions, using different lenses, working with imperfect conditions and why patience is one of the most important skills in landscape photography. Sometimes the images you least expect become the ones you remember most.
Read MoreJoin me on my first photography outing since April as I return to Achill Island in County Mayo to photograph the Atlantic coastline, sea stacks and changing evening light. In this article, I share why stepping away from deadlines, algorithms and content pressure can help you reconnect with photography and create stronger images.
Read MoreWhat started as a personal idea became a book that found homes around the world thanks to an incredible community. Now the journey continues with COAST Volume II. In this article, I share the story behind the new book, what makes it different, what you can expect inside its pages, and how you can be part of bringing the next chapter of Ireland's coastline to life.
Read MorePhotographing the Wormhole on Inis Mór during harsh Atlantic weather. Learn about composition decisions, camera settings, difficult conditions, and the final shoot of an unforgettable landscape photography trip around the Aran Islands.
Read MoreA reflection on some of the lessons landscape photography had taught me. The things that had taken years to understand. The mistakes that I seemed determined to repeat. The observations that only came after spending countless hours standing in front of landscapes, sometimes getting the photograph I hoped for and often not.
Read MoreWhat started as a trip to photograph The Wormhole on Inis Mór quickly became a battle against huge Atlantic waves, heavy rain and relentless wind. Discover the lessons learned from adapting to rapidly changing conditions on Ireland's west coast.
Read MoreNot every shoot is meant to produce an image.
In landscape photography, effort does not guarantee results. You can plan perfectly, arrive at the right time, and still walk away with nothing. This final episode of my Essential Landscape Photography series looks at why that disconnect exists and why a low hit rate is not a failure, but a natural part of working with unpredictable conditions.
Read MoreThis week’s adventure on Inis Mór didn't go quite as planned.
The goal was simple: reach the Black Fort and photograph one of the island's most historic locations.
Instead, I spent fifty-five minutes photographing wave collisions I never expected to find, watched waterfalls get blown back up the cliffs by Atlantic winds, and repeatedly found myself stopping because every turn revealed something new.
Read MoreIf you’ve ever felt stuck with your photography, struggled with consistency, or wondered why your images don’t seem to improve despite watching endless tutorials… this blog & video is for you. In it, I break down one of the biggest realisations I’ve had about growth in photography and why improvement has far less to do with talent or gear than most people think.
Read MoreWhy do some of the world's most famous landscape photography locations consistently produce strong images? The answer has less to do with the location itself and more to do with the photographic principles behind it. By examining iconic destinations such as the Cliffs of Moher, the Dark Hedges, the Isle of Skye, Glencoe, the Dolomites, and the Giant's Causeway, we can uncover the common elements that make them work and learn how to apply those same techniques to landscapes much closer to home.
Read MoreWe had not even reached the main location yet and already the conditions were producing strong images. The Atlantic side of Inis Mór delivered from the moment we arrived
Read MoreAre you stuck in a photography rut?
In this episode of Volume 3 of the Essential Landscape Photography Skills series, I break down why so many photographers stop improving — and more importantly, how to actually fix it.
The reality is simple. If you keep doing the same thing, you will get the same results. In this video, I walk through practical ways to break that cycle, from trying new genres and learning new techniques, to changing your gear, shooting in different conditions, and stepping outside your comfort zone.
I also share my own experience of moving beyond landscape photography and what that taught me about growth, creativity, and pushing past limitations.
If your photography feels repetitive, unmotivating, or stale — this video is for you.
Read MoreA detailed first-person account of photographing the coast of Inis Mór during heavy rain, mist and difficult conditions. Learn how composition, persistence and adapting to bad weather helped create successful landscape photographs despite challenging conditions.
Read MoreThis isn’t about confidence or arrogance, it’s about the subtle ways ego influences your decisions in the field. From avoiding simple scenes, to hesitating with new techniques, to photographing for approval rather than curiosity, these are the habits that can limit your progress without you even realising it.
Read MoreI’ve thought about this trip for a long time, and finally getting the chance to head out to Inis Mór didn’t disappoint.
Read MoreThis blog & video breaks down the key elements that influence sharpness and how to approach them in real conditions.
Read MoreOver the past few trips, I’ve been refining the campervan setup — not with big changes, but with small upgrades that have genuinely improved how I shoot and edit on the road.
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