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Why Your Website Images Matter More Than Your Logo

Your website visitors aren’t analysing your logo or admiring your fonts - they’re making a decision within seconds. And that decision is driven by how your brand feels.

Before a single word is read, your imagery has already told a story. The question is: is it the right one?

While your logo may be recognisable, it’s your photos that build connection, trust, and that all-important sense of “this is someone I want to work with.” Your visuals are your digital first impression - shaping how confident, authentic, and aligned your brand appears.

When your imagery truly reflects you, everything shifts. You stop blending in, start standing out, and attract the right people effortlessly. Because people don’t connect with graphics - they connect with people.

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‘THE MUSIC HE SAW’ Michael Putland

The legendary music photographer who “never took a day off in the 70’s”

As a hair and make-up artist, I had the privilege of working with some of the industry’s leading photographers - but one man stood out above the rest. Michael Putland, renowned music photographer and founder of Retna Pictures, inspired me to pick up the Nikon D40 our Father gifted me and explore natural light portrait photography.

Six years after his passing, Michael Putland’s legacy in music photography remains iconic. From photographing Mick Jagger and touring with The Rolling Stones, to capturing David Bowie, John Lennon and countless legends, his work defined an era.

Known for his instinctive eye, honesty and ability to capture raw energy, Michael didn’t just photograph music - he felt it.

This is the story of the man behind the lens, and the music he saw.

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