This image is taken while whizzing across Westminster, London in a taxi. I am so happy with how this image turned out. Through the natural archway of the leafless winter branches, the statue of a Great Man stands in near perfect alignment with Big Ben.

This opportune shot makes me think how important it is to seize the moment and live life. Sometimes we get lucky. Other times, not. The point surely is to never give up.

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Big Ben Great Man (2/12)
European Tour 2013 Collection
Limited edition: 500
Sizes: Body (140cm by 140cm), Neck (90cm by 90cm), Pocket (70cm by 70cm)

SILK DESIGNS, INSPIRED BY AN EVER-CHANGING WORLD.

The Blue Hour is that special part of the day for photographers when the light hangs magically and casts a glimmer on all that can be gazed at through a lens. This image was taken in London’s busy city centre, in Bank. As I emerged from out the Underground, the natural daylight was amazing! The sun had just set and it was very much the blue hour.

‘Blue Hour’ to be about how important it is to make some alone time in the day and find peace of mind. The perfect time would might be just after sunset. Take a deep breath, reflect over your day, be grateful for what you have, send out good thoughts. Find your Blue Hour. 

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Blue Hour (5/8)
European Tour 2014 Collection
Limited edition: 500
Sizes: Body (140cm by 140cm), Neck (90cm by 90cm), Pocket (70cm by 70cm)

SILK DESIGNS, INSPIRED BY AN EVER-CHANGING WORLD.

I just love London and have many good memories from this busy city I lived there when I was younger, working in a restaurant in Sloane Street called L’express. It has changed hands since and is now called Joe’s. When I visit I tend to just stroll around, looking up at the tall beautiful buildings. This image is no different. 

Branch Out is about how by choosing to be different and lead your own way, you can accomplish so much more. When you are not afraid of giving up, success will come your way. Always look up to the sky in determination and belief.

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Branch Out (4/8)
European Tour 2014 Collection
Limited edition: 500
Sizes: Body (140cm by 140cm), Neck (90cm by 90cm), Pocket (70cm by 70cm)

SILK DESIGNS, INSPIRED BY AN EVER-CHANGING WORLD.

This is a macro photo of a small flower from Kristiansand, Norway. I don’t know its name. And I don’t feel its name is so important. What matters is the powerful purple colour and how its image really comes alive on the silk design. 

Purple Power is about the small things in life and how you should enjoy them, because one day you will look back and realise they were the big things. Life is made up of little things like a smile, a kindness and a showing of compassion. Let your inner purple power shine out and be a reminder of the little big things. 

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Purple Power (3/8)
European Tour 2015 Collection
Limited edition: 500
Sizes: Body (140cm by 140cm), Neck (90cm by 90cm), Pocket (70cm by 70cm) 

SILK DESIGNS, INSPIRED BY AN EVER-CHANGING WORLD.