From the Studio
The thinking behind the work.
Lessons, stories and honest takes from six years of making films for London's hotels, restaurants and venues.
22 June 2026
How to Brief Your Video Production Team (And Actually Get What You Paid For)
Most venues commission a video with a clear vision in their head — and walk away with something that missed the mark. Here's how to make sure it doesn't.
14 January 2026
How One "WTF Shot" Got Me a Client for Years
Most hospitality videos look the same. This is about the one shot that made a client stop scrolling — and keep working with me for years.
7 January 2026
Why Better Gear Never Fixed My Filmmaking
Every upgrade to my kit improved my footage by maybe 10%. Changing how I thought about a scene doubled the impact.
1 January 2026
The Last Year of My Twenties
I was on the way to a New Year's Eve party. I pulled out my phone and recorded this.
26 December 2025
The YouTube Setup Every Creator Gets Wrong
Most creators overcomplicate their setup. The result is more stress, slower output and no better videos.
19 December 2025
Scripts vs Bullet Points vs Prompters — What Actually Works?
Speaking confidently on camera isn't about talent — it's about the right system. Here's what actually works after testing all three.
10 December 2025
How to Start a Personal Brand on YouTube
The playbook I used to build a presence on YouTube while running a client video business — without burning out.
3 December 2025
6 Years of Filmmaking: Lessons That Built My Video Business
Six years. Every lesson that changed how I approach a project, a client relationship, and what it means to make a great hospitality film.
26 November 2025
How a Simple Park Vlog Landed Me a Big Brand Deal
A casual park video — not a polished showreel — opened the door to one of my biggest client relationships. Here's why.