“One of the photographers who really shaped the way I thought about imagery was Annie Leibovitz. Her images felt cinematic and expressive, but deeply human underneath all the styling and scale.”

They weren’t just photographs of people, they felt like worlds, stories and emotion carefully built into a single frame. There was intention behind everything, light, colour, composition, atmosphere and human connection. Nothing felt accidental. That influence still shapes the way I approach my work today as a wedding photographer. Whether I’m documenting quiet, natural moments or creating more editorial-style portraits, I’m always looking for more than just what the day looked like. I want my wedding photography to feel immersive. Both my kids have since developed a passion for photography too. It’s very contagious.