by James Balston | Aug 18, 2018 | Decoration, Editorial, Homes
So pleased to have shot the cover pic for this recent issue of Homes & Antiques magazine! Styled by Jaine Bevan. 
by James Balston | Jan 3, 2018 | Bedrooms, Decoration, Design, Editorial, London
I have to confess, when American publication, New York Cottages & Gardens contacted me early last year about a shoot in London for their magazine, I had no idea what lay in store. All I knew was that I was shooting a pair of houses in St. John’s Wood. I was... 
by James Balston | Oct 15, 2017 | Art, Artists' Homes, Crystal Palace, Decoration, Editorial, Homes, Real Homes
Pitching stories to magazines can be a surprisingly drawn out and tricky process. Each magazine, and each editor, will have a slightly different vision, which can be hard to judge. An answer I’ve heard all too often, is that a home is “not quite right for... 
by James Balston | Mar 23, 2017 | Bathrooms, Bedrooms, Colour, Decoration, Editorial, Homes
It’s always a buzz, seeing your work in print, and nothing beats being featured on the cover. I’ve been shooting regularly for The English Home magazine for 3 or 4 years now, and the latest issue sees my second cover story for them. This wonderful dining... 
by James Balston | Jun 30, 2015 | Editorial, Homes
As a Photographer, it’s always a thrill to see your work in print, even if editorial work isn’t the best paid. It’s a great way to raise your profile, and has the potential to introduce you to new clients. So the first half of 2015 has seen lots of...