Writing
I have a memory like a sieve.
So I keep a journal to compensate.
I forget whether that’s the only reason.
Journal entries
A conversation with Lisa Maltby, Illustrator and Lettering ArtistMay 4, 2021
I've spoken to a few very talented artists over the last year or so. The latest is Lisa Maltby, an illustrator and lettering artist based in Sheffield, UK.
A great white shark named NukumiApril 27, 2021
It's been a while since I shared stories of some of the great white sharks I've worked with, so I figured it'd be worth talking about another who has recently been making headlines.
A conversation with Marina Ortega, Freelance Concept ArtistApril 8, 2021
Marina Ortega is a freelance concept artist whose credits include Beyond a Steel Sky, Magic The Gathering and the Tropico series.
Quick Tutorial: Collecting morphometrics from moving animals with 3D scanning on an iPad ProMarch 26, 2021
A short experiment and tutorial in collecting morphometric data from living, moving animals using the Apple iPad Pro, Record3D app and Meshlab.
Digitising Wildlife – Great white shark 3D photogrammetry, MRes projectFebruary 28, 2021
Having recently received my marks for my Masters Mini Project, I'm thus able to share the work I undertook - digiting wildlife.
Drawing and Unreal Engine 4 – Weekend 2D/3D Animation TestFebruary 21, 2021
I'm in the process of regrouting the downstairs bathroom and having reached that classic 'Ugh, can't be arsed any more' period, decided to try my hand at 2D animation over the weekend.
CO-EXIST – A new marine conservation initiativeFebruary 15, 2021
I'm happy to share some news on CO-EXIST, a new marine conservation initiative selling ethically sourced merchandise featuring the work of artists such as myself.
Cyberpunk Noir – Black and white photography in Night CityJanuary 9, 2021
Film Noir inspired images taken throughout Night City and the surrounding badlands using Cyberpunk 2077's photo mode.
A conversation with Myles Lambert, Freelance Environment ArtistJanuary 2, 2021
Myles Lambert is a Freelance artist who has worked on series including Wolfenstein, Gears of War and Batman: Arkham.
Building an aztec-aquatic themed wooden toy box… oh, and Merry Christmas.December 24, 2020
For Christmas 2020 I decided to apply my new found tolerance for woodwork in the creation of a wooden toy box for my eldest niece.
Flatback sea turtle v tiger shark – A surprising victor?December 17, 2020
When a tiger shark decides to try a flatback sea turtle for lunch, you'd be forgiven for thinking a full stomach was inevitable. A new paper on such an interaction should give you second thoughts.
Searching for Shakespeare has launched!December 15, 2020
Did you know William Shakespeare was a real person? Well, not only was he real, but he lived in a house and owned stuff, too!
Building a brutalist wooden lantern – version oneDecember 6, 2020
I started building stuff out of wood this year. For this year's Secret Santa at work, I thought I'd have a go at a brutalist architecture inspired wooden lantern. Because I'm cheap.
Oliver Jewell has launched!December 1, 2020
I've done a website for long time friend, colleague and fello-shark nut, Oliver Jewell. He does stuff with great white sharks. Go see.
A year of WisperNovember 27, 2020
Wisper is a black cat we rescued from the round approximately one year ago. She's cute. What more can i say?
TV Appearance in Chita – Krupskaya 2018 Siberia Tour, Day EighteenNovember 6, 2020
The whole 'keeping our heads down' thing gets put to one side so we can go on TV. Watched by 5 million people.
Krupskaya 2019 Tour Film – Czech, Indonesia, Malaysia, Dubai and LebanonJuly 24, 2020
For Krupskaya's 2019 tour across Czech, Indonesia, Malaysia, Dubai and Lebanon, I have put together the greatest EVER music film.
Remote songwriting – a poor man’s approach for bandsJuly 4, 2020
Remote songwriting busting your bands' balls? Struggling find an accessible, collaborative solution? Wondering why you even bother? Welcome to my world!
South Africa’s Government responds – Shark Free Chips updateMay 23, 2020
In a strange turn of events, South Africa's government has actually responded to the Shark Free Chips campaign.
Hell Knight introduction – Doom 3May 18, 2020
The Hell Knight adorns the Doom 3 box artwork. The monster is also featured in arguably the best cinematic sequence of the entire videogame.
The Marauder – A love letterMay 8, 2020
The Marauder is one the most significant and divisive additions to the Doom franchise. Personally, I love him. Here's a few reasons why.
Surface materials – Daily Photogrammetry Challenge, Week FourApril 29, 2020
For week four, I've decided to break the habit of the lifetime and actually try to make some of the results here vaguely useful. I emphasise the term vaguely.
Shark Free Chips has launchedApril 22, 2020
Shark Free Chips is a new collaborative effort between Apex Expeditions, Marine Dynamics and shark-lovers the world over.
