Stock Footage Blogs
Building a library of 20,000+ cinematic stock footage clips requires a few fancy cameras, some planning, an understanding of what editors actually need, and a whole load of luck and determination. In this section, I cover the 'Why' and 'How' behind my stock footage library.
I share updates on new collections—from the industrial evolution of HS2 to the architectural changes in Birmingham and Manchester. Whether you are a researcher looking for specific GVs or a filmmaker interested in some stock footage, this is where I break down the latest shoots.
Browse Collections & Shoot Reports
Snowdonia Stock Footage Blogs
This section details my expeditions into Eryri National Park, covering the logistics and specialised camera work required in this environment. These posts go beyond scenic views, detailing the challenges of capturing stock footage in brutal conditions. You'll find breakdowns of how I film rare atmospheric phenomena, such as awe-inspiring cloud inversions where the valleys are filled with cloud, leaving the peaks exposed.
Reports cover multi-day hikes across the Carneddau (including Pen yr Ole Wen and Carnedd Llewelyn) and the wilder Rhinogydd range. The footage captures dramatic winter scenes, icy summits, and high-altitude wild camping. The commitment to authenticity means licensing the visual proof of persistence, not luck.
UK Cities and Towns Stock Footage Blogs
Filming the UK’s urban landscape requires a different kind of endurance than the mountains. It’s about capturing the rhythm of a place—the flow of traffic, the architecture, and the unique character of the people. This section covers the technical reality of shooting cinematic cityscapes, from navigating flight restrictions for drone work to capturing high-frame-rate street photography that reveals the unscripted drama of daily life.
These reports detail the contrasting textures of Britain. You’ll find breakdowns of my shoots in the industrial heartlands, documenting the evolving skyline of Birmingham and the architectural ambition of the Northern Powerhouse in Manchester. I explore how to capture the grit and energy of these major hubs, turning chaotic urban sprawl into broadcast-ready sequences.
Beyond the metropolises, I cover the logistical challenges of filming in historic, tourist-heavy locations. Read about the patience required to capture the medieval snickelways of York or the timeless academic atmosphere of Cambridge without the shots feeling cluttered. I also share insights from smaller, heritage-rich towns, detailing how I capture the castle-dominated skyline of Warwick and the Shakespearean charm of Stratford-upon-Avon. This is the behind-the-scenes reality of building a comprehensive archive of British life.
