Logitech Gaming California: a long term packaging project involving over 100 of Ian’s photo realistic and x-ray 3D CGI illustrations
Radio Times London: a combination of Ian’s photography, retouching & illustration. Awarded the‘Cover of the Century’ by the Professional Publishers Association. See how it was created here: Behind The Scenes
Golf Magazine|Sports Illustrated, US
Mastering 3D Modelling & CGI Illustration
Ian’s deep-rooted background in professional photography informs his approach to CGI, ensuring:
Cinematic lighting & framing – Creating visually compelling 3D environments
Precision in texturing & rendering – Enhancing realism through materials, reflections & depth
Seamless Photoshop integration – Combining CGI with advanced retouching for perfect final compositions
From simple image enhancements to complex multi-element composites, Ian thrives on creative challenges.
Global Collaboration & Industry Recognition
Ian’s work has been featured in: Worldwide advertising campaigns, Print & digital media, Consumer & commercial product packaging, Annual reports and over 1,000 magazine & book covers
He is also well known for designing the popular Christmas Radio Times Big Picture Quiz, a UK readers favourite.
Awards & Recognitions
Magazine Cover of the Century | D&AD Yellow Pencils | Association of Photographers Annual Awards | International Print Biennale|Northern Young Contemporaries
Based in Bloomsbury, London, UK | Available for Global Projects
Bring Your Creative Vision to Life!
Wedding Disasters | Guardian Weekend Magazine
Based in London, Ian specialises in photorealistic illustrations of objects that don’t yet exist and CGI visualisations from perspectives traditional cameras can’t capture. From futuristic inventions and stylised x-rays to glowing neon typography, fluid simulations, and ultra-detailed product visuals—if it can be imagined, Ian can bring it to life.
An expert in 3D modelling, rendering, retouching, and digital compositing, Ian creates captivating imagery for advertising, editorial, packaging, and digital media. His work empowers brands, agencies, and publishers worldwide to showcase products and concepts in extraordinary, high-impact ways—beyond the limits of conventional photography.
Case Study: Logitech Packaging & Advertising
For Logitech, Ian transformed technical CAD files into photorealistic 3D models, creating high-resolution product imagery and x-ray-style internal visualisations. The final images were seamlessly blended in Photoshop, resulting in a visually compelling and informative composition. [See the creative process here].
Beyond Photography – Creating the Impossible with CGI
As a high-end retoucher, Ian’s expertise spans:
Product retouching – seamless retouching enhancing materials, textures & finishes
Beauty & fashion retouching – Perfecting skin, facial details & lighting for a natural look
Complex image compositing – Blending multiple photography & CGI elements into a flawless, hyper-realistic visual
Ian also teaches advanced retouching techniques, helping creative professionals refine their craft.
Commissioned by the Radio Times: Radio 2 in meltdown
Clients include:
Packaging: Logitech, Shell
Financial Services: Franklin Templeton, Venture Finance, Liberty Mutual
Retail: Marks & Spencer, Tesco, Boots, Sainsbury's, Waterstones
Jewellery: Citizen Watches, Garrard
Technology: Apple, Microsoft
Magazines: Elle, The Observer, Time, The Radio Times, Blueprint, New Scientist, World of Interiors, Architects Journal, Architectural Review
Publishing: Penguin, Random House, DK Books, Octopus Publishing
Sports: Golf magazine, Boat International
Travel: New Zealand Government, Transport for London
Music: Island records, Decca, Philips, BBC, 4AD
Cosmetics: Pheora Rucci, Dove
Furniture and Design: Vitsoe, Vitra Design Museum, Danny Lane, Daiko Electric, Japan
Architecture: Fletcher Priest, Axis Design, Imagination, Design House
Animation: BBC Television, Supponor
