Witness to Service An Army Photographer’s Perspective - CPS 26 Talks

Go behind the scenes of military life through the eyes of a photographer.

In this powerful and insight-led talk, discover what it takes to document life in the British Army—from operational environments to ceremonial events at the highest level.

Blending real-world experience with visual storytelling, this session explores the unique role of an Army photographer, capturing moments that inform, engage, and preserve history.

📸 What You’ll Learn:

• The role and responsibilities of an Army photographer
• Documenting life on deployment in challenging environments
• Balancing operational demands with creative storytelling
• Capturing major national events and global assignments
• The growing importance of video in military communications

🌍 From deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan to covering events such as Trooping the Colour, this talk offers a rare insight into photography at the heart of military life.

👋 About Paul:

Born in Chatham, Kent in 1981, Paul began his military career in 2001, joining the Army as a mechanic. Over the years, he served on operations in demanding environments including Iraq and Afghanistan, while also representing the Army as a basketball player.

After completing the prestigious All Arms Commando Course and earning the green beret, Paul discovered a passion for photography and videography in 2012—an interest that would shape the next chapter of his career.

In 2022, he transferred into the Royal Logistical Corps as an official Army Photographer, combining military experience with visual storytelling. His work has taken him across the globe, including Japan, Australia, Norway, Finland, Germany, the United States, and Estonia.

Alongside international assignments, he has covered major UK events and worked alongside mainstream news outlets, producing both photography and video content that supports operations, training, recruitment, and strategic communications.

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