Born 7 October 1971 in Pudsey, West Yorkshire, England. Studied Graphic Design & Photography at Jacob Kramer Art College in Leeds, England. After graduation spent 8 years working in various design agencies in the North of England, gaining much experience in the industry as an employee before moving to Dubai, United Arab Emirates in 1997.

Spending one year in a UAE design company, before breaking away to work freelance for some years before setting up Lavadesign FZE, a design and photographic agency in 2007 here in Dubai.

A passion for the outdoors, landscapes, travel and adventure have driven the development of the photographic side of the business. A strong cultural understanding and great regional friendships built over the last 15 years in the Middle East along with a basic grasp of Arabic have opened up many exciting opportunities here in the region.

Current clients include Fedex, UKTI, British Embassy, King & Spalding, Bennet Jones & Baker Botts.

Our offices are based in Dubai Silicon Oasis.