The Bingo //
I documented several London-based Bingo groups for the Togetherness issue of Süddeutsche Zeitung Magazin.
I’ve long been drawn to the social rituals that bind people together, and bingo halls are one such space where this plays out in especially touching ways. Beyond the game itself, bingo fosters a unique culture of camaraderie—where regulars form enduring friendships, routines become acts of care, and laughter and conversation fill the quiet spaces between numbers.
People pass the time with gentle rituals—painting their nails, leafing through newspapers, or simply soaking in the warmth and comfort the hall provides, especially as energy costs rise. As one regular told me: “It’s a good social day out. You can have a meal and a drink… Even if I don’t win, it’s still a good day out. And if you win, it’s a bonus.”
Three generations often sit side by side at tables, as family-run teams keep the halls buzzing with warmth and tradition. Lucky charms and trinkets dot the tables—tiny talismans brought along in hope, habit, or superstition—each one part of the theatre of play and shared community.
It’s not just about winning; it’s about gathering. These venues often serve as vital social lifelines, especially for older generations, offering both companionship and continuity. In a world where loneliness and disconnection are increasingly common, the community found within bingo halls reveals how seemingly ordinary spaces can become anchors of support, joy, and shared experience.
Polly Bennett //
I photographed movement director and choreographer Polly Bennett at her home in London for Suddeutsche Zeitung Magazine.
Nostalgia //
As AI advances, it prompts us to consider what defines humanity—particularly emotions that machines can't replicate. When Suddeutsche Zeitung magazine asked me to create an image based on an emotion, I chose ‘nostalgia’.
In Britain, many associate freedom and relaxation with seaside towns like Blackpool, where vibrant energy contrasts with quieter shores. For many, these beach resorts are childhood staples, visited repeatedly over the years. Beaches evoke a deep sense of nostalgia, offering an escape where we reconnect with our inner child and experience a carefree sense of play and wonder.
Raw Edges //
Portrait of design team, Raw-Edges photographed in their studio.
Christmas Edition //
I collaborated with sculpture artist Maya Golyshkina, for a Christmas inspired shoot for Suddeutsche Zeitung Magazine’s Christmas edition.
100 Books //
Editorial for Suddeutsche Zeitung fashion issue, dedicated to 100 recommended book titles. Each photograph describes the narrative/ themes of a particular book.
Narrative Still Life’s //
Narrative still life’s featuring high fashion brands and accessories.
Gift Wrap //
I was commissioned by Suddeutsche Zeitung Magazine to create an image to be printed on gift wrapping paper as part of a unique art project. You can buy the paper on this link here; https://szshop.sueddeutsche.de/SZ-Magazin/Geschenkpapier/