More Than a Pretty Picture didn't start as a book. It started as a series of blog posts about why I photograph, what the practice gives me, and how it fits into everyday life. A couple were published, the rest were withheld, and somewhere along the way the decision was made to turn it all into something more permanent. This is how a collection of reflections became a first book.

Why do we pick up a camera? Photography isn’t just about images — it’s about noticing, creating, connecting, and remembering. This is a look at what draws us to the craft and why it matters, even if no one else sees our work.

A slower space for black and white photography, countryside walks, and quiet moments from everyday England — where the focus is on the picture, not the platform.

Why I choose to shoot black-and-white JPEGs straight out of camera — minimal editing, a simple approach focused on how each scene feels and unfolds.