Phil Holden

Phil Holden is an internationally published photographer covering locations worldwide with awards for his both his sports and nature photographs.His work, which spans more than 35 years of professional photography, explores new angles and lighting combining a creative approach with each client’s requirements.With an eye for detail, quick reactions, and a broad knowledge of location and light he has made water photography his life’s specialisation. Through his freelance work, Phil has contributed to the Stormrider Guide since it first began and is a regular contributor to Carve and surfing publications worldwide. Phil has worked with surfers such as Tom Curren, Tom Carroll, Cheyne Horan, Carwyn Williams and was the Editor and Principal Photographer for Edge and Surf Magazines in the 90’s. He is the author / photographer of the book All Action Wind and Surf.In 2012 Phil was an accredited photographer at the London Olympics covering the sailing and windsurfing.He lives in Mumbles, Wales with his wife Sara, an artist. In addition to commissioned work, exhibitions, and studio photography, he also runs photography workshops.Phil believes that his photographs should speak for themselves with their lively themes, colours and compositions.