My love of photography started early with my father, a keen amateur photographer, watching him really inspired me as well as teaching me most of the basics. As a child it was amazing to see the photographs emerge from the murky depths of the developing solution in his dark room (our bathroom). Although i regard myself as self taught, some aspects of my work take influences from many photographers who are both unfamiliar and well known, plus from my degree course at the University of Westminster, especially from Andy Golding.Observational and street photography fascinates me, especially the people found in those scenes and this is my favourite area of photography. Images with strong narratives really grab my attention, I aim to capture this along with good lighting and composition in my photography.
I have been a professional photographer for over 8 years now and professional videographer for over 12 years working mainly in the corporate sector. Usually with Alistair Peck i cover about four to five weddings a year photographing in them in a relaxed candid style as i find this works well with the couple and the guests. With portraits and family photography i prefer them to be on location and with a relaxed and fun atmosphere.
Over the last 5 years i have been training photographers to improve or to help them become professional too. MelenCourses has taken off really well and we are running over 30 courses a year here at MelenStudios, Ashridge Business School, the National Trust Ashridge Estate and Luton Hoo Walled Garden.
