James has been practising photography since his schooldays, a period covering two decades.

He began his career in photography retail and then spent three years learning the fundamentals of camera technology as a camera repair technician. James then decided to embark upon a freelance photography career and spent the following five years developing technique in social, editorial, industrial and commercial photography.

His clients have included:
Asda - Cable & Wireless - Barr Construction
Royal Bank of Scotland - Rockwell Group
Sir Robert McAlpine - Scottish Gas - SMG
Trinity Mirror - South Lanarkshire Council