Writing Samples

My writing portfolio in all its glory. To have me write something similar for you, contact me.

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Articles

In 2023 I achieved my goal of writing for a national magazine (debuting on the front cover, no less). Purchase the May 2023 issue of Model Rail to read ‘Use POSCA pens to paint signs’.

I was delighted to spend 2021 on my curatorial debut at Danum Gallery Library and Museum. My exhibition on Alice Maud Jenkinson, founder of Cooplands Doncaster and the Mount Pleasant Hotel runs till early Summer 2022. You can read my biography of her here.

I worked with local filmmaker and light projectionist Wayne Sables for a year to build up his blog. This article on his drag documentary Fluid/ity was a highlight. Check out other pieces on Wayne’s blog.

Blogs for Metro TV

TV Reviews – Metro

My author page at Metro.co.uk, showcasing my reviews for shows including EastEnders and Orange Is The New Black.

Page from Doncaster Free Press

I’ve written several pieces praising Doncaster, South Yorkshire, where I am based. These include profiling several artisan food producers for Doncopolitan, and a piece on the town centre for Doncaster Free Press.

Property Workshop logo

DIY Guides – Property Workshop

All my guides for Property Workshop.com are on this page. I create in-depth articles on various aspects of home improvement.

The Smoke TV review

The Smoke Review – CustardTV

My review of Sky1 firefighter drama The Smoke.  I attended the preview screening and included comments from the cast and crew in my article. I also interviewed Jodie Whittaker (now better known as the 13th Doctor).

League of Culture

League of Culture

I am the Director of UK arts advocacy body League of Culture, where I blog on cultural policy issues.

Ed Miliband and Barack Obama Comparison

Ed Miliband and Barack Obama Comparison – Young Fabians

An article for the Anticipations US Election Special, where I used a famous photo of the Obamas hugging to offer tips on how Ed Miliband could improve his popularity.

Jaume Plensa Together

Jaume Plensa Review – Arts and Architecture Journal

Chichester Cathedral commissioned a new sculpture by Spanish artist Jaume Plensa. I attended the discussion at the Cathedral where Plensa outlined his plans.

B2C Copywriting

P3P Script

P3P Video Script – Nucco Brain

P3P Technologies specialise in biofuels. I wrote the script for their explanimation, developed with agency Nucco Brain, was to be used in sales pitches to clients.

Product Care – Le and La

Crafted several info pages, including one on product care, for US fashion brand Le and La, which specialises in leather and lace wear.

Note: I have produced a large volume of copy for major retail and tourism brands, this work is covered by NDAs but I can say that it included a mixture of About pages for companies across the globe, product descriptions for an American shopping chain, and advice on sightseeing and hotels in Asia.