Texture my Shoot True

There’s something incredibly captivating about photographing texture and shooting through everyday objects. For me, it's not just about capturing a scene, it's about adding feeling, depth, and sometimes a little mystery.

When I shoot texture, I’m drawn to the details most people overlook, cracked paint, weathered wood, soft fabric, peeling walls. These surfaces tell stories. They hold history, mood, and atmosphere in ways a clean frame often can't.

Shooting through things like glass, lace, leaves, or even shadows adds a layer between the viewer and the subject. That layer acts almost like a secret, making the viewer lean in closer. It creates a sense of intimacy or curiosity, like you're peeking into a private moment.

I love how both of these techniques can turn simple scenes into something cinematic, poetic, or dreamlike. They help me express how a place feels, not just how it looks.

Photographing light and texture on trees is one of my favourite ways to connect with nature through the lens. The way sunlight filters through leaves or grazes the rough bark creates beautiful contrasts and patterns. Early morning or late afternoon light brings out the rich textures—highlighting every groove, crack, and shadow in the wood.