About

Syd has always had a keen interest and talent for graphic art, publishing and design and has worked with various mediums over the years. For the last six years Syd has specialised in digital photography and post processing, with a particular interest in promotional portraiture and event photography. Syd's photography has been widely appreciated, receiving some great reviews and testimonials throughout the UK and as far away as Hollywood, Turkey and South Korea.

Syd has a good eye for what would make a great image and his engaging style and approach helps towards capturing the personality and life of his subjects.

Syd has a friendly and approachable personality with the ability to make you feel relaxed, comfortable and certainly raise a smile or two.

Syd also works as a freelance journalist, writing articles, exposes, reviews and conducting interviews. His particular specialities include the promotion of both new and established artists, musicians, actors and entertainers and he has also focused on raising public awareness of various social issues such as; the plight of homeless people, substance abuse and dependency, human rights, sexuality and LGBT issues.


Here are some of Syd's testimonials and recommendations


He's one of the most gifted photographers in this galaxy. Two of his recent photos of flowers have just floored me. As our mutual friend Nurit Wilde aptly commented, if there is anything close to perfection in a photograph, this is it. I agree. Syd wrote that his stunning white flower against a blue sky is smiling. And it's true.
The flower smiles with the natural dynamic splendor of the Maker at work - divining with grace His most beautiful gifts. Syd has done a masterful job of capturing this floral smile, as he captures the charming and adorable smiles of his beamish daughters, reflecting the happy heart of a proud father. Syd also has mastered the art of portraiture, taking many lovely, dimensional and living portraits of people in and around his English home. He's a multifaceted and talented artist, and we are fortunate to have him here among us.

He's also one of the most supportive of artists and encourages the work of his fellow photographers with a generosity of spirit and intelligence that is rare, and enormously appreciated. Syd's a special guy - and I am grateful for so many things - but meeting Syd is prominent among them.

P.S. Zollo ~ Senior Editor of American Songwriter Magazine, musician, writer, author and photographer. Hollywood. USA.


Had a great shoot with Syd on Saturday. it went really well, I think we both got plenty out of the shoot. Syd made me feel really relaxed, at times it felt like it was just like a couple of mates having a chat! Seen some of the images already, and they're looking really good.

Great to do some location work, and the location was great!

Definitely recommended, and looking forward to working with Syd on both photographic, and possibly other projects in the coming months!

Cheers Mate.

Jamie Balcanquall - Singer/songwriter and musician


His portraits are honest and spontaneous, I'm glad to know him in this community.

~ Christina I. Massieu - Photographer


I can feel Syd's lovely heart by just lookin' at his photographs. I am so happy and lucky to meet him. His style of photography makes me come back to visit his photostream every day.

Keep up your great work Syd.

~ Basak Gurbuz Derman - Photographer


Syd has an incredible eye for a portrait. His photos are full of humanity, and seem to draw out the best things about the subject's personality and charm. He clearly sees the best in people who others unfairly ignore or shun, and his work is refreshing and joyful as a result.

~ John Hall - Photographer


Syd is the most refreshing person I have met. He somehow knows when I need inspiration to keep my focus on what makes the world a beautiful place to be despite what our eyes see.

~ Pacdog - Blues musician


Syd. I was so happy to find such a warm and creative soul in the wake of the loss of Syd Barrett, taking up a mantle, of sorts. Sometimes the universe is kind.

His photographs are fun and daring and always interesting. He is very supportive and I appreciate every time I see him leave his mark on one of my entries. His humor - deluxe. His taste in music, right on. He is a valued rider of the railroad blue ...

Yay for Syd.

~ Scott Docherty - Musician


What can i say about Syd? ...he can be flippant, funny, introspective, serious, and any other adjective i missed.. it has been a joy to follow his photos.. and judging by the ones he has posted in my absence, he continues to improve.. i can't wait to take a closer look at the great shots i missed and eagerly anticipate future projects..

~ Dustin Hardwick - Bio-mechanical Engineer and Photographer


Syd has a good eye for photography my friends, and will use his wit to your benefit when commenting or suggesting a hint for you to improve your work.

KD = Photographer


Feedback from models who have worked with me

I had a shoot with Syd yesterday and really enjoyed it! Never really had proper photos taken before but i felt totally comfortable and relaxed with him as he is a great guy and was easy and fun to work with. Will work with him again for sure!

~ Miranda - Model


Had a shoot with Syd on Saturday and can highly recommend him. Lovely, chatty guy and great photographer. Have seen a few photos already and am very impressed!

~ Mazzaree - Model


I had a fantastic shoot with Syd today he made me feel relaxed and at ease and got some lovely shots thank you, would highly recommend him.

~ Dee - Model


Syd is a great photographer and such a lovely guy. I would definitely recommend him.

~ Tiffany - Model


Had a shoot with Syd yesterday. He is a great photographer, who is motivated and concentrated and enjoys his work. We got on really well and the results i have seen are great! Looking forward to working with him again in the near future. Definitely recommended.

~ Roxy - Model


I had a lovely relaxed shoot with Syd in September 2009. He made me feel at ease, and he was very chatty, so you feel very comfortable and relaxed.. i highly recommend him...

Thanks Syd, i look forward to seeing you again..

~ Shazza - Model