Our Foundation Receives High Sheriff’s Award 2024: A Triumph of Community Empowerment
In a heartening display of recognition for community impact, the Christopher James Hall Foundation has been honoured with the prestigious High Sheriff’s Award for 2024. This award acknowledges our commitment to empowering individuals facing diversity, disability, and poverty through photography. As the founder of the Foundation, this recognition holds profound personal significance, serving as a […]
Breaking the Stereotype: A Personal Journey Through Homelessness and Humanity
The BREAKING THE STEREOTYPE project was more than just a creative endeavour; it was a deeply personal journey that unfolded over five intense weeks. Returning to High Wycombe, where I had once been homeless, was one of the most challenging things I’ve done. The streets I walked, the corners where I once sought shelter—every step […]
UNSEEN ECHOES: Objects of Domestic Abuse
Unseen Echoes: Work in Progress In the quiet parts of homes, behind closed doors, and with the things we see every day, there is a story not many people talk about—a story of domestic abuse. Our project, Unseen Echoes, is all about bringing this story to light. We’re using photos to show what domestic abuse […]
A New Chapter: Rothschild Foundation Backs Christopher James Hall Foundation for Three Years
I am thrilled to share the exciting news that the Christopher James Hall Foundation has secured a partnership with the Rothschild Foundation. This collaboration comes in the form of vital funding that will fuel our mission over the next three years, taking our work to new heights. Since its inception, the Christopher James Hall Foundation […]
Collaborating with First People Housing: A Shared Commitment to Transform Lives
We are delighted to announce an upcoming collaboration with First People Housing CIC, an organisation dedicated to supporting individuals facing homelessness, substance misuse recovery, and those with a history of offending behavior. This partnership marks a significant step towards our shared vision of creating a more inclusive and empathetic society through the transformative power of […]
Empowering Through Photography: Highlights from The Guild of Photographers Awards Weekend
Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to attend The Guild of Photographers Awards Weekend, and it was truly an amazing experience. The event brought together talented photographers from across the country, providing a platform for networking and collaboration. One highlight of the weekend was the honour of being invited to speak about the Christopher James […]
Empowering Change Through Lenses: Transformative Collaboration with Centre for Homelessness Impact
We are honoured to announce our involvement in the groundbreaking project initiated by the Centre for Homelessness Impact (CHI) — the creation of the first free library of non-stigmatising images depicting individuals experiencing homelessness. As we embark on this crucial endeavour, it is essential to shed light on the background of the founder, Christopher James […]
A Journey Back in Time: Collaborating with Oaklands College Hair and Makeup Students
As a professional photographer based in St Albans, Hertfordshire, I’ve had the privilege of working on various exciting projects. One such experience that stands out is collaborating with the talented hair and makeup students from Oaklands College. Although I didn’t initially consider the 1980s as a historical period (since I grew up in that era, […]
+ALICE’S MERRY UNBIRTHDAY
It was an exciting opportunity to photograph the dress rehearsal of “Alice’s Merry Unbirthday” with Herts Inclusive Theatre (HIT)! “Alice’s Merry Unbirthday” is a delightful and imaginative production, and captures the essence of HIT’s inclusive approach to this classic story. As a photographer, I had the privilege of capturing the magic of the theatre during […]
+HAIRSPRAY – THE MUSICAL
I had the wonderful opportunity to photograph the dress rehearsal of Hairspray with Herts Inclusive Theatre (HIT)! Hairspray is a fantastic and beloved musical, and being able to capture the energy and excitement of HIT’s inclusive production is a remarkable experience. Dress rehearsals are particularly special moments in the theatrical process, as they represent the […]
