My favourite inspirational spaces in London

London Wetlands Centre, Barnes

There’s nowhere I like better when I need some peace and quiet to collect my thoughts than the London Wetlands. It is also, of course, the most wonderful place to take epic wildlife photographs. If you just want to get away from it all and be surrounded by all that is natural and beautiful, immerse yourself in nature like I do, this is where you want to go. I find that the wide, open spaces inspire my work and fill my brain with oxygen. I just love it.

Borough Market

As well as a photography fanatic, I am also a foodie and I just love the atmosphere at Borough Market. I like to watch people as they peruse the abundance of mouth-watering food from all around the world. It is the sort of place where you feel you could be abroad in some other magical world with exciting sights, sounds and smells tickling your senses. It feels both open and cosy here somehow, with new little nooks and crannies to discover every time you go but a broad sense of community when you stand back and look at it all. Also great for close up photos of food – full of such friendly stall-owners too.

The Albert Bridge

I often stand on the Albert Bridge at night to just have a quiet moment. Its awe-inspiring structure and stunning lights make me feel humble and the views up and down the river are fantastic. Also, something about being suspended over the river like that has a really powerful effect. I was so inspired by this beautiful bridge that I wanted to know a bit more about its history. It was designed by a guy called RM Ormish and opened in 1873. The lights were added much later in 1951 to show of the amazing ironwork. Interestingly it as faced demolition a number of times as it really isn’t able to accommodate London’s 12st century traffic volumes but still it survives. Truly one of my favourite places in London.