First Dates weekly listings appearances I’m excited to share some recent work I’ve been involved with in the TV industry! If you’ve been flipping through the latest TV weeklies like TV Times and TV Choice, you might have spotted a few familiar faces—Fred and Merlin from Channel 4’s First Dates. I’m thrilled to say that my photographs of them are featured in this week’s editions, leading up to the new series airing on August 6, 2024. Behind the Scenes at First Dates These images were part of a larger portrait series I shot for the show, featuring all the staff at different locations within the restaurant. Each photo was designed to capture the personalities and roles of the staff. For example, I snapped Merlin shaking a cocktail shaker, Cici holding a tray as if she’s about to serve a guest, and Fred posed next to his podium where he famously introduces couples. It was a fun shoot, offering a great opportunity to showcase the vibrant atmosphere and dynamic energy of First Dates. A Taste of First Dates: The Botanist Restaurant If watching First Dates leaves you curious to experience the food and ambiance of the restaurant, you can visit The Botanist in Bath, where much of the show is filmed. […]

First Dates Announce NEW SERIES! Photos by Paul Groom Photography at Bath location First Dates announce new series to start on Channel 4 on August 6th. Photography by Paul Groom Bristol Bath Photographer for Channel 4’s First Dates I had an incredible experience working as the photographer for Channel 4 and Twenty Twenty’s popular show First Dates for their latest series, as well as the previous one in January. As a Bristol photographer with years of experience in TV and film, I was thrilled to capture every guest who walked through the restaurant doors. It was a joy to document each person, helping to create visual memories of their dating journey. In addition to photographing the guests, I also took portraits of the First Dates staff, including the well-known faces of Fred Sirieix, Merlin Griffiths, and Cici Coleman. It was a real pleasure to work with such a warm and welcoming team. Below, I’m sharing some of the best shots from this season, and I hope they capture the wonderful energy and emotions that make First Dates such a beloved show. For those interested in seeing more of my work in TV and film photography, please take a moment to visit […]

Handmade Series 2 with Mel Giedroyc, Tom Dyckhoff and Sophie Sellu – Channel 4 and Plimsoll Productions Behind the Scenes: Photographing for Channel 4’s New Show I had an absolute ball doing the photography for Channel 4’s latest show, which premieres tonight (Wednesday, 21st September 2022) at 8 pm! Being part of such an exciting project was very exciting, and I’m thrilled to finally be able to share my photos with you. The images I captured are being used by Channel 4 and Plimsoll Productions for the show’s marketing, and it feels great to see them out there! Working with a Great Team One of the highlights of this shoot was the incredible team I had the pleasure of working with. Alongside the fabulous Mel Giedroyc, the show’s judges are the brilliant woodworking expert Sophie Sellu and design academic Tom Dyckhoff. Both Sophie and Tom were fantastic to work with – so easygoing and down-to-earth, which made the whole process run smoothly. Of course, Mel was a joy, as always, bringing her infectious energy and humor to the set. I couldn’t have asked for a better group of people to photograph. Showcasing My Photography I’m really pleased to be able […]