Wildlife Portfolio

The Natural World, Up Close

Specialist macro and wildlife cinematography for broadcast, streaming, and film productions. Emmy-winning credits. 27M+ views across platforms.

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Background

From Zoology to Emmy-Winning Productions

With a BSc in Zoology from Glasgow University and an MA in Wildlife Documentary from Salford (Distinction), I bring scientific understanding to every shoot.

My work has appeared on the world's biggest platforms — from BBC and Netflix to Apple TV+'s Tiny World. I was part of the macro unit on the Emmy-winning Cosmos: Possible Worlds for Fox/Nat Geo.

Based in Bristol — the UK's natural history production hub — I work with production companies worldwide. US passport holder for easy international crewing.

Team Candiru — My production company for wildlife and specialist filming projects.

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Expertise

Specialisms

Macro Cinematography

Extreme close-up work revealing the hidden world of insects and small creatures. Time-lapse, high-speed, and specialized optics.

Invertebrate Behaviour

Capturing natural behaviours of insects, spiders, and other invertebrates. Patient observation and technical expertise.

Time-lapse Studio

Controlled environment filming for repeatable, precise time-lapse sequences. Temperature, humidity, and lighting control.

Underwater Macro

Specialist underwater filming of small aquatic life. Custom rigs and lighting solutions.

Portfolio

Selected Stills

Experience

Selected Credits

Cosmos: Possible Worlds (Emmy-winning production)

Camera (Macro Unit)

Fox / Nat Geo

Tiny World

Camera

Apple TV+

Various Productions

Camera / Footage

BBC

Various Productions

Camera / Footage

Netflix

Various Productions

Camera / Footage

Sky

Various Productions

Footage Sales

TV Asahi (Japan)

Various Productions

Footage Sales

CBC (Canada)

Various Productions

Footage Sales

Warner Bros Belgium

Plus footage sold to: Natural History Museum (London), Passion Planet, and others.

Recognition

Awards & Features

Emmy-Winning Production

Camera work on Cosmos: Possible Worlds (Fox/Nat Geo)

British Wildlife Photography Awards

Honourable Mention

Kolkata International Wildlife Film Festival

Special Mention

Available for hire

Need a wildlife cameraman?

Whether you need macro footage, specialist invertebrate filming, or a camera operator for your natural history production, let's talk.