Behind the Scenes
All of the images in Two Londons were taken across different areas of London, often within short distances of one another to emphasise how closely wealth and inequality coexist. I spent time walking through both central and East London locations, observing how spaces changed visually and socially depending on where you stood. Working in public environments meant being adaptable with lighting, weather, and movement, and responding naturally to what was happening around me rather than staging scenes.
Before capturing the final images, I carried out test shoots at several locations to experiment with framing, exposure, and composition. These test shots helped me understand how different times of day, camera settings, and viewpoints affected the meaning of each image. By doing this, I was able to refine my approach before returning to each location to take the final photographs with a clearer intention.
All images were edited using Adobe Lightroom Classic, where I focused on consistent colour grading, contrast, and tonal balance across each diptych. The editing process was kept subtle to maintain realism, while still enhancing clarity and atmosphere. I aimed for a cohesive visual style that allowed each pair of images to work together, strengthening the narrative without distracting from the content of the scenes themselves.
