DIGITAL CAPTURE SERVICES

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DIGITAL CAPTURE SERVICES ⦿

DIGITAL CAPTURE

  • Whether you're working in a studio or on location, I provide expert digital tech support to ensure your shoot runs smoothly from start to finish. My focus is keeping the workflow seamless so you can concentrate on the creative.

  • With over three decades of experience in the photography industry, I bring a calm, knowledgeable presence to every shoot. I’ve worked across commercial, editorial, fashion, and fine art projects — and I know how to adapt quickly and deliver under pressure.

  • I take colour seriously. From capture to final output, I manage colour with precision to ensure accuracy and consistency across all your deliverables. My skills in calibration and profiling help protect your creative intent at every step.

  • I work confidently with all major camera systems, including Phase One, Hasselblad, Canon, Nikon, Sony, and Leica. Whatever you're shooting on, I’ll make sure the digital side is optimised, efficient, and reliable.

  • If something goes wrong, I know how to fix it. With years of hands-on experience and a deep technical understanding, I can quickly identify and solve issues to keep the shoot running without delays or drama.

  • I build custom file management systems tailored to each shoot. Backups happen throughout the day, both locally and off-site if needed, so your files are always secure and well-organised for post.

COLOUR GRADING

  • I handle colour correction with precision and care, ensuring skin tones look natural, lighting is balanced, and your images feel cohesive across the entire shoot. It’s about laying the right technical foundation so your work looks its absolute best, straight out of the gate.

  • When it comes to creative grading, I bring a refined eye and years of experience to the table. Whether you're after subtle tonal shifts or bold cinematic looks, I work closely with you to shape the mood and elevate your visual language - always enhancing, never distracting.

ON SET RETOUCHING

  • I use a combination of advanced Photoshop techniques and AI-powered tools to deliver fast, high-quality retouching right on set.

  • I build clean, organised layered PSDs tailored for post-production workflows, saving time and reducing friction for retouchers and clients alike.

  • I create precise alpha channel masks during the shoot, giving your post team flexibility and control from the very first delivery.

  • I provide live retouching and adjustments as we shoot, so you can see near-final images on screen and make confident creative calls in the moment.

  • I create on-set composites to help visualise layouts, product swaps, or complex imagery before the shoot wraps - reducing surprises later.

FOCUS STACKING

  • I bring years of hands-on focus stacking experience to high-detail work, ensuring crisp, seamless results in even the most complex compositions.

  • I manually calculate and set focus points to suit each subject and lens setup, ensuring the most efficient and effective stack every time.

  • I use Helicon Focus for reliable, high-quality stacking — optimising depth of field without sacrificing sharpness or introducing artefacts.

LED WALL TECHNICIAN

  • I handle the full LED wall build process, ensuring precise alignment, calibration, and seamless integration with your virtual production setup.

  • As your on-set wall technician, I manage LED wall operation throughout the shoot - from syncing playback to troubleshooting and optimisation.

  • I offer technical support during pre-production, helping you plan your virtual environment, workflows, and equipment needs to avoid surprises on the day.

  • I provide real-time colour grading for LED walls to ensure accurate on-camera colour, seamless lighting integration, and the best possible visual fidelity during takes.

LATEST TECH

  • Through my own rental company, DigiBoutique, I can supply top-tier digital capture gear that’s always shoot-ready and expertly maintained.

  • I stay ahead of the curve with the latest software and hardware, ensuring speed, stability, and performance on every shoot.

  • Whether it’s a tricky location or a high-spec brief, I design custom digital setups to meet each shoot’s unique demands - no copy-paste solutions.

  • Everything from laptop on sticks to 11-screen studio setups!
    From streamlined location kits to complex multi-screen studio rigs, I’ve built it all - and I’ll scale the setup precisely to your production needs.

TEAM PLAYER

  • Clear, calm and confident communication to ensure a smooth, productive workflow with crew and clients alike.

  • Happy to advise on shoot planning, studio setups, or digital workflow - always with a collaborative mindset.

  • Professional, reliable, and experienced in client-facing roles. Trusted to represent your production with care and confidence.

PROBLEM SOLVING

  • Quick to assess challenges and tailor solutions that suit the creative, technical, or logistical needs of any project.

  • Experienced in building custom digital equipment setups to meet unique shoot demands, no matter how niche or complex.

  • Able to diagnose and fix unexpected technical issues in the moment, keeping the shoot moving without disruption.

  • Always composed and clear-headed, even in high-stakes or fast-paced environments.

COURSES & CONSULTATION

  • Delivered expert-led sessions on digital workflows and industry practices to the next generation of fashion creatives.

  • One-on-one or small group training tailored to photographers, assistants, or studios looking to elevate their digital capture skills.

  • Hands-on, in-depth training sessions covering advanced digital operating techniques, gear setups, and on-set best practices.

  • Consultation sessions focused on optimising studio workflows, from file handling and backups to post-production efficiency.