Front Covers and Double Page Spreads

I have worked with magazine publishers for over 15 years now and have a good understanding of what editors and art editors are looking for. It is important for photographers to understand how their pictures are used in publishing because great pictures are not always useful pictures. Over the years I have learned the value of providing editors with a variety of compositions that include copy space and gutter space, whilst always focusing on the core goal of capturing the very best, eye-catching images. By taking this approach, I have amassed over 200 front cover publications, and countless double-page-spreads and feature openers. These are crucial images in any publication and it's worth getting them right.

Written Pieces

I have also provided numerous complete word & picture packages on the subjects of outdoor pursuits and photography in the outdoors, for magazines such as Country Walking, BBC Countryfile and Outdoor Photography.

Client Feedback

'Hi James, just finishing up the Discover feature and just wanted to say how good it looks thanks to your amazing shots - I only wish we had double the amount of pages to use the pictures bigger.....' Tim Bates, Art Editor of BBC Countryfile Magazine

'James is a pleasure to work with and has a great understanding of what we are looking for as a magazine. His photography is consistently excellent and has frequently appeared on TGO’s front covers over the past year as well as in features.' Emily Rodway, Editor of TGO Magazine.

'...the Big View feature looks great...I love that Tryfan image. It's my favourite peak and it's a view that I hadn't come across before. It made a great cover, too.' Steve Watkins, Editor of Outdoor Photography Magazine.

'Thank you they are great and will make a great feature! ... it is reassuring to know that we have quality images in already!' Hilary Clothier, Picture Editor of BBC Countryfile Magazine

'We've just got the first colour proofs for the November issue with your Shapes In The Landscape piece and it looks superb; it's a really well written piece.' Steve Watkins, Editor of Outdoor Photography Magazine.