Hi, I’m Simon. I’m a self‑taught nature and landscape photographer with over 15 years of experience behind the lens. Over the years, if I’ve learned anything, it’s that photography is far more than a technical craft; it’s a way of expressing an emotional connection to our subjects. These connections open the door to creative storytelling. Each of us carries our own unique perspective, and photography gives us a powerful way to share those stories with the world.
If you’re inspired by what you’ve seen above, I’d love for you to explore my nature and landscape photography galleries filled with seasonal favourites from my time outdoors.
An Intimate Approach to Nature and Landscape Photography
My approach to nature and landscape photography goes beyond creative practice; it’s my way of connecting with the natural world. My work relies heavily on observation and a passion for capturing intimate details that often go unnoticed. The outdoors gives me a true sense of belonging, and my love and respect for nature provide the foundations for every photograph I capture. My ambition is simple: to inspire others, spark appreciation, and encourage long-lasting relationships with the natural world.
My Journey Towards Brand Creation
In the run-up to the birth of STILL OUTDOORS, one thought plagued my mind. How can I share my passion for nature and landscape photography in a way that also positively inspires the community?
Pretty much straight away, I knew social media wasn’t the place for me. From a photography point of view, social media has become too saturated, plagued by AI-generated images and copy. Genuine engagement is few and far between, and in my opinion, it isn’t the most efficient place to find genuine answers to genuine questions.
I wanted a space free of negativity with no more doomscrolling. I wanted a space where real people could find real answers and inspiration for all things nature and landscape photography. The foundations were set.
In 2022, everything changed. I took a leap of faith and stepped away from the job I’d held and loved for eight years. My background was in marketing, and during that time, I played a crucial role in building and launching multiple industry-leading brands. It was an experience I’ll never forget, and one that gave me the confidence to build something of my own.
Developing the STILL OUTDOORS Brand
Later that year, I took the plunge and decided to pursue my passion for nature and landscape photography full-time. My goal was simple: to build a brand and a platform where I could share my experiences, celebrate the outdoors, and support others on their photographic journey. That vision became STILL OUTDOORS.
Photography is an intimate form of storytelling, and STILL OUTDOORS was created to honour that. It’s a space designed to inspire, a space where thoughtful stories, meaningful insights, and practical outdoor photography advice come together. Most importantly, STILL OUTDOORS is a home for anyone looking to connect with nature and begin crafting their own unique stories through the lens.
The Evolution of STILL OUTDOORS
As of autumn 2025, STILL OUTDOORS has undergone an exciting evolution.
I set out to create a refreshed brand identity that better reflects my love for the outdoors and my passion for photography. After countless caffeine-fueled late nights refining ideas and experimenting with concepts, I finally managed to develop a new design, and honestly, I couldn’t be happier with the result.
I’m no graphic designer, and my work would probably be slated by a professional, but honestly, there’s something satisfying about creating your own logo from scratch. My new logo represents my love for both nature and landscape photography. It was created using real-life inspiration and a blend of carefully considered elements that give it genuine meaning. The result was a logo that feels more modern, lives and breathes nature and landscape photography and is perfectly suited to the future direction of STILL OUTDOORS.
Without going into too much detail, the main feature, the kingfisher, is in memory of my dad. He wasn’t just a keen fisherman; he was the inspiration behind my love for the outdoors. His love for wildlife lives on in me today, and for that, I’m forever thankful.
If you’re interested in reading about how I brought the new STILL OUTDOORS identity to life, I wrote an in-depth blog post that documented my thought process behind every creative decision. In the post, I go into more detail about the symbolism and the reasons behind the brand refresh, as well as the future direction for STILL OUTDOORS.
Introducing an Exciting new Brand Refresh for STILL OUTDOORS→
My Mission in Nature and Landscape Photography
My mission is to create long-lasting connections to nature and the great outdoors through emotive photography and creative storytelling.
The natural world is silently suffering, and the landscapes and wildlife we love are in steady decline. Nature is under attack from all angles: pollution, habitat destruction, climate change, extreme weather, persecution, the list goes on and on. We need to act now.
Through the art of nature and landscape photography, we can share the beauty of the natural world. Raising awareness is one of the best ways to drive change. Let’s show nature’s resilience, show how precious it truly is and encourage our communities to do more to protect our valuable green spaces and the wildlife that calls them home.
Pick up your camera, and together we’ll drive change.
STILL OUTDOORS is here for you at every stage of your photography journey. I promise to deliver nothing but insightful photography tips, practical and technical photography guidance, and inspirational outdoors content.
