Phil was initially studying Sociology, when photography first piqued his now-lifetime passion. Analysing how images are created rather than merely taken was to become the cornerstone of every project, focussing on individual elements - the set, lighting, colour, tone and subject matter, and how these combine to tell a story. 

Phil shoots portraiture in studio and on location, as well as capturing still life and motion. His award-winning work is often described as playful and humorous with a gentle nod to darker elements.

Over the last 20 years, Phil has photographed outstanding talent from the world of stage and screen, music and art including Mark Rylance, Ruth Wilson, Kano, Daniel Kaluuya, Emma Corrin, Brian Cox, Renee Zellweger, Joseph Quinn, Paul Mescal, Daisy Edgar Jones, Aimee Lou Wood, Phoebe Dynevor, Toby Jones, Judy Dench, Harriet Walter, Tom Burke, John Malkovich, Dua Lipa, Sleaford Mods, Neneh Cherry, Pet Shop Boys, Paul Weller, Esteem, David Byrne and David Hockney, to name just a few.

Phil has been commissioned to shoot campaigns for the Almeida Theatre, BBC, Channel 4, ENO, HSBC/HNIV, ITV, MTV, Paramount+, National Theatre, Shakespeare’s Globe and SKY, plus healthcare commissions for Salt-Thinking & DDB Remedy.

His stunning series of portraits for BAFTA, titled "For the Love of Film", focusses on people involved often behind the scenes in the film industry - stunt performers, animation directors, producers, cinematographers and special effects artists - brilliantly capturing the magic of their various talents.

His editorial clients include Guardian, Observer, The Australian, Swill and Ink Global.

Alongside his photographic commissions, Phil has also shot on-air commercials and directed motion for social media and digital 6 sheets.  His short documentary “The Grove”, was shortlisted at the 2023 London Short Film Festival and shown at the ICA.

Phil is a regular finalist in the AOP Awards, winning Gold in 2019. His portrait of Paul Weller was featured in Portrait of Britain 2021.