Photographing the XSR48 superboat
I love this shot. First off, the boat is the XS 48, billed as “a supercar on the water”. It took much of its styling above deck from the automotive industry, while the hull was designed by Fabio Buzzi. It …
Spare camera battery – Do I need one?
When writing these tips I’m fully aware it opens the door to Murphy and his law-maker friends to come round to my house and give me a swift kicking. I know that, but I’ve been playing this game for long …
Photographing the Regina 40 in Sweden.
Sweden is known for its high quality boats, but it’s surprising that most of them are made on one island, Orust. It’s home to Hallberg Rassy, Malö, Najad, CR Yachts, Sweden Yachts and Regina. Although some are in limbo, they …
How to release a stuck filter
One of the joys of working on the water is the rate at which salt water can take its evil toll on camera equipment. Water and cameras don’t mix, but in my line of work, they have to. One problem …
Photographing the Dalla Pieta 80 Motor Boat
Ah Venice! Pizza San Marco, the Doge’s Palace and gondolas. I’d been working for IPC for 6 years, and while I’d been to Venice airport a few times I’d never made it into the city. I’d seen the iconic St …
Choosing a camera – What do I need?
Photography is a strange profession; it’s something that millions of people do for fun. It’s not doing accounts, accounts aren’t fun – for me at least, I’ll happily pay for someone else to do my accounts. But anyone with an …