Kellie French - Anita Bhagwandas / Guardian

Kellie was recently commissioned by the Guardian to shoot this striking portrait of Anita Bhagwandas, an award-winning journalist, beauty editor and broadcaster; to accompany a feature on her new book ‘Ugly’. As always, Kellie brings a considered and creative take on the subject-matter.

“We've all had those moments. The ones where you look in the mirror and nothing feels ok. For Anita Bhagwandas, this started when she was a child and it created an enduring internal torment about her looks. Why are our lives shaped by such limited ideas about beauty? How can we break free of them for a happier, more inclusive future?”

Kellie’s response to the brief was to create an image of Anita holding a mirror that showed a twisted, poignant and beautiful reflection of herself.

“I liked the idea of ‘Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the fairest of them all?’ and the constant conflict about wanting to be accepted as beautiful. The snakes in the mirror have tones of Medusa, which I loved too.”

 

Chris Floyd - Idler / Lawrence (Felt / Denim / Go-Kart Mozart / Mozart Estate)

Chris Floyd was commissioned by Idler to capture this awesome series of portraits of pop legend Lawrence at his flat near Old Street in London just before Xmas 2022.

Lawrence is, "the reclusive would-be superstar behind the cult 80s indie band Felt, the 90s Britpop pioneers Denim and the noughties “b-sides only” outfit Go-Kart Mozart. Returning as Mozart Estate, Lawrence has put such topical themes as poverty, homelessness, mindless consumerism and the rise of the cashless society to a novelty pop beat on his first masterpiece, 2023’s Pop-Up! Ker-Ching! And The Possibilities of Modern Shopping".

 

Chris Floyd - Jo Whiley

Everybody Dance Now!! ⚡️✨

“Photo Maestro” 🤩 Chris Floyd shoots these gorgeous portraits of superstar DJ, Jo Whiley for You Magazine - to celebrate her hugely successful “90s Anthems” tour.

Such a vibrant commission and wonderful job by all the team 🙌

Kellie French - Folk X John Lewis / Folk

Kellie has worked on several playful commissions for the brilliant Folk Clothing, always working closely with founder and creative director, Cathal McAteer.

The brand’s ethos is to make quality clothing that lasts as long as possible. To launch their ‘It’s All Good Folk’ collection for Folk X John Lewis, Kellie shot a series of images embracing the idea of looking after clothing, creating a long-lasting bond with each treasured item 👕🧡.

The first campaign collaboration focussed on Folk’s new corduroy collection - fresh out of the 📦 !

Huge thanks to FOLK and all the good folk who worked on these lovely commissions 🙌

 

Kellie French - Telegraph

For the recent Valentine’s edition of Telegraph magazine, Kellie was commissioned to capture images to accompany an article about some of the less heart-warming aspects of falling in love… with a psychopath… 😬💔!

Great concept and beautifully ominous photography 🥀

 

Kellie French - 4 Day Week / Observer

“Work Less, Live More…”

An idea we can all get on board with!

Kellie French embraces the theme of the 4-day working week, conceptualising and capturing these striking images for the Observer.

(plus a sneak peek behind the scenes!)

 

Flock welcomes Kellie French

Flock are delighted to welcome the amazing KELLIE FRENCH to our roster!!

Kellie is a London-based photographer and creative director. Funny, engaging and concept-led, her bold, graphic compositions and playful approach have been tantalising us for quite a while now and attract a wide range of editorial and commercial clients.

Prior to photography, Kellie had a successful career in advertising, working at agencies including M&C Saatchi, Ogilvy and AMV BBDO. She enjoys working closely and collaboratively with clients throughout the shoot process, bringing her extensive experience and outstanding creativity to each and every concept and commission.

Kellie currently has a weekly column in The Guardian Saturday Magazine, and recent clients include The Financial Times, The Telegraph, The Observer, Simple Skincare, Unilever, John Lewis and the BBC.

We’re really excited to be working together! ⚡️✨

 

Phil Fisk - Belle Chen

PHIL FISK recently shot these gorgeous portraits of pianist, composer and rising star BELLE CHEN, whose work, "pinballs between avant-garde, classical, electronica, sound art and various sonic practices." 

Her music is often performed on "prepared piano (temporarily altered prior to performance by placing bolts, screws, mutes, rubber erasers, and/or other objects on or between the strings), as well as melodica, synthesizers and found sound.”

The team drew reference to Bjork’s enigmatic style, bringing a less clichéd classical aesthetic to Belle’s portraits - with styling by Vic Twyman and makeup by Rebecca Hampson 🙌✨

 

Frankie Turner - Waitrose

Frankie shoots sumptuous stacks of chocolate for Waitrose, in anticipation of Valentines Day 🍫♥️

Beautifully styled by Henrietta Clancy, Art directed by Alice Patient and a huge thank you to editorial assistant Faye Hardy 🙌

 

Frankie Turner - Waitrose

Frankie shoots bold hues and January brews for WAITROSE - with “a love letter to” teacakes ♥️ plus some delicious tofu knots in celebration of Veganuary (which she also confirms are “great soaked in soy sauce and fried!” YUM!!

 

Frankie Turner - Elevenses ☕️✨!

Bringing exquisite light and style to our morning rituals… Frankie Turner shoots coffee ☕️✨!

Frankie Turner - ASDA

Stunning images from Frankie Turner's bright and bold new commission for ASDA Magazine.

Huge thanks to all the team, including Lara Luck for her beautiful food styling and Sarah Birks for the vibrant props. 🙌 ✨

 

Chris Floyd - Felicity Kendal / You

We’re delighted to share these fabulous portraits from Chris Floyd’s recent shoot with her for You Magazine.

At 76 years old, Felicity is currently starring in the 40th Anniversary production of Michael Frayn’s ‘Noises Off’ which opens in London’s West End this month.

 

Phil Fisk - The Grove / London Short Film Festival

We are delighted to announce that Phil Fisk's documentary film "The Grove", made the Official Selection, and will be showing at the London Short Film Festival on 26th January at Curzon Soho.

Short largely during the first couple of years of the Covid pandemic, Phil's film focusses on "an abandoned pub carpark on the A205 in South London, [where] local kids are creating ramps and an assortment of skate park structures, splicing old gas canisters, wooden planks, pallets, bags of cement, rubble, drinks cans, abandoned sofas - anything and everything, to create their own home-grown skatepark - and likewise establish a safe place for themselves, away from the traffic, the pandemic and authority."

More info here and here - and you can read about the full lineup of events here.

And of course you can watch “The Grove” on our website here. It’s a beautiful, contemplative film - and well worth a watch! 🙌

 

Phil Fisk - Mike Skinner

Phil shoots Mike Skinner… the subject of a short film (/rockumentary) he’s been working on since 2019, with the first teasers being released in the new year ⚡️.

Phil describes Mike as a “professional disruptor. Dictator, denier and destructor. The king of trash, prince of darkness, the founder of the Cannibals. The loser of his mind. One of a kind. Master of his own downfall and slave to the rhythm of rock n roll. [and also] My neighbour. 👍”

The film promises to be a captivating journey into Mike’s life. We can’t wait to watch!

 

Frankie Turner - Let Them Eat Cake

We love this pastel-hued cornucopia of confectionary delights, captured as part of a magnificent personal project by Frankie Turner.

Food / drink artfully styled by Kieron George. Props / wardrobe by Vic Twyman 🙌🎂🍾🥂✨

 

Frankie Turner - Sainsbury's Magazine

Festive loveliness by Frankie Turner for the December issue of Sainsbury’s Magazine.

Huge thanks to Seven c3 for the commission and to Keiron George for food styling 🙌 🍖🍾 ✨

Chris Floyd - Leona Naess / If A Song

In the mid-lockdown summer of 2020 CHRIS FLOYD shot this lovely film with his good friend, singer/songwriter LEONA NAESS on a remote mountain track in Switzerland.  

Here are some very moving words from Leona about the experience... "Thank you @chrisfloyd for jumping on many trains to get to me during the summer of lockdown. All we had was a camera, the mountains and our imagination. I wish I had taken a photo of Chris laying on top of the car, holding his camera (without a steady cam) while someone drove it down a rocky fire road. The concept - we shed our layers as we grow and become, while we are busy chasing our dreams and the people we love. In the end, we learn that we have to let them go, in order to figure it out on our own. I guess the video is a metaphor for growing up. Nothing brings that harsh reality to light more then losing both your parents. I wanted this song to be empowering and anthemic. To inspire someone to get going with living. Its not sad. It’s a force!!!"

It’s now the new single from Leona’s gorgeous, melodic album ‘BROOD X’.

 

Chris Floyd - GSK / Haleon - motion

Delighted to share some beautiful moving image from a worldwide campaign captured by Chris Floyd for GSK / Haleon and its global range of consumer healthcare products.

The company have a very diverse audience, reflected in the casting of our models. We photographed real people with real stories, sometimes involving health challenges - but always with a spirit of positivity.