MAX STUDIOS
MY JOURNEY
From being in front of the camera to loving being behind the camera!
Max Studios was built from a passion for visual storytelling that began at an early age. What started with filming simple vlogs and moments on a phone developed into a deep interest in photography, video, and creative media. In 2021, I received our first camera and spent countless hours learning and experimenting, using lockdown as an opportunity to refine my skills.
A defining moment came in 2022 with a single photograph taken on a family trip to Portugal. an image that marked the beginning of my creative direction. From there, I began working with manual settings, exploring composition, movement, and ideas that pushed us creatively.
Later that year, Max Studios was formed. Our early work included sports photography, social media management, and graphic design, which naturally evolved into video production and documentary-style content. In 2024, the purchase of a Canon EOS 550D marked the ‘official’ launch of Max Studios as a professional creative brand despite being a small little brand and dream since 2022.
Since then, we’ve worked with football clubs, theatre companies, schools, and local organisations, creating impactful media across photography, video, and digital platforms and we’ve recently dipped our toes into Website Design! This is only the beginning of Max Studios, and we’re excited to continue growing, creating, and telling meaningful stories, but more importantly being your creative partner in visual storytelling.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Photography is where Max Studios began. In 2022, what started as a simple curiosity became a way of freezing moments that would otherwise pass unnoticed. As our first client projects emerged in 2023, photography transformed from a personal passion into a clear creative direction. It remains the foundation of everything we create.
Our approach to photography:
Cinematic, story-led visuals with a strong sense of atmosphere
A focus on emotion, light, and authentic moments
Capturing images that feel natural, timeless, and intentional
Creating work that holds personal meaning for the subject
Using photography as the creative backbone of Max Studios
Observed, not staged. Felt, not forced.
We see photography as more than documentation. Every image holds a story, whether it captures a defining life moment or a quiet, passing second that gains meaning over time. From celebrations and milestones to subtle details and raw emotion, our work is driven by feeling as much as composition. The goal is always the same: to create images that last, not just visually, but emotionally.
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Graphic design became part of Max Studios through a natural progression. As our photography evolved, so did the desire to present it with greater impact and intention. What began as a simple creative experiment soon revealed the power of design as a storytelling tool, and it quickly became a core part of our work.
We see graphic design as a space for exploration and expression. Every project has its own visual language, whether it’s a logo, matchday graphic, newsletter, flyer, or video overlay. By pushing beyond familiar styles, we create bold, adaptable designs that enhance brands across digital and physical platforms. Our approach to graphic design:
Concept-driven design with a strong visual identity
Blending photography and design to elevate presentation
Experimenting with style while maintaining clarity and purpose
Creating graphics for social media, websites, and video Graphic design continues to grow alongside Max Studios, with a constant focus on learning and evolving our creative approach.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Social media is where our creative direction began. Creating content, shaping brands, and building engaged online communities. We focus on strategy-led content that connects with audiences, not just metrics.
We’ve worked with a range of organisations to grow and strengthen their social media presence, from launching platforms from the ground up to refining established accounts. Our work has helped clubs attract new members, grow followers, and create clear, consistent brand identities across their platforms.
Our impact on social media:
Built and managed social platforms from launch
Generated 50+ new members for a kickboxing club through social media
Gained 400+ followers for Hillingdon Borough FC in 7 days
Increased reach to 5,000+ views per post
Driving 42,000 weekly views on X and 20,000 on Instagram for Uxbridge FC
Developing distinctive visuals and engagement-led content
Our approach blends creativity with clear strategy, ensuring every brand we work with has a strong, recognisable presence online.
VIDEO PRODUCTION
At Max Studios, we focus on creating video content that feels natural, engaging, and different. Content that holds attention while staying true to the people and teams behind it. From short-form social videos to longer football features, our approach is always story-first.
We produce dynamic TikTok content designed for modern audiences, alongside mid-length pre-season training videos that showcase intensity, preparation, and personality within football clubs. On matchdays, we capture post-match interviews with managers, focusing on creating content that feels honest, human, and engaging. By stepping away from overproduced formats, we create videos that connect more deeply with audiences.
Our approach to video production:
Short-form TikTok videos built for reach, pace, and engagement
Mid-length pre-season training films that tell a wider story
Post-match manager interviews with a natural, documentary feel
A focus on what feels different, authentic, and effective
Editing styles that enhance emotion, energy, and narrative
Video is an essential part of how we help clubs and brands stand out.
WEBSITE DESIGN
Website design is the newest chapter of Max Studios. As our work in branding, photography, and social media evolved, the need for strong, cohesive digital spaces became clear. Website design allows us to bring everything together: visuals, messaging, and identity.
We’ve recently begun rebranding and redesigning websites, including hotbuckle.co.uk, with an emphasis on clarity, flow, and visual impact. Our approach is simple and intentional: clean layouts strong branding, and user-friendly design that reflects the personality of each brand. Our approach to website design:
Clean, modern layouts with clear structure
Branding-led design that feels cohesive and intentional
Integrating photography, video, and graphics seamlessly
Designing with both user experience and identity in mind Website design continues to grow alongside Max Studios, completing the creative process by giving brands a strong, professional home online.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Lisa Wildman
Director and Club Manager of Get Set 4 Tennis
Get Set 4 Tennis is a non-Profit, inclusive community tennis club offering coaching, lessons, camps and adapted programmes for all ages and abilities, including SEND and disability-friendly sessions, so everyone can enjoy and playing and improving at tennis. We supplied our photography services for their annual awards evening.
“With excellent attention to detail, photographs were excellent and captured our evening perfectly, Max was organised, arrived early and was exceptionally professional throughout.”
“I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Max to friends, family and the local community. He was friendly, professional and did an amazing job!”
Kate Needs
Headteacher of Lady Bankes Primary School
Lady Bankes Primary School is a welcoming primary school in Ruislip, London, providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment for children of all ages and abilities. We supplied our photography services to capture key moments and school events, celebrating pupils, staff and the wider school community.
“From the email with Max, we knew we made the right decision. Max has worked so well with us and has been so supportive and made sure every little detail is perfect.”
“We can’t wait to use Max Studios again in the future for our events and shows and even more photos for our website. 10/10”
Craig Whitehead
Ex Media and Commercial Manager - HBFC
Hillingdon Borough FC is a non-league football club based in Ruislip, West London. The club plays its home matches at the Middlesex Stadium and competes in the Combined Counties League, with a proud history and strong ties to the local community and grassroots football.
“From professional photos to clear planning of media days and assuring all our social media and branding is top quality!”
Max Studios helped us so much with creating a clear brand identity that we still use and has allowed us to gain so many more virtual viewers and new fans of the club.”
MORE OF MY WORK
Thank you for reading my portfolio and having a deeper dive into me and Max Studios. If you want to see even more of my work with working with Kerasilk on work experience and so much more then make sure to head over to www.maxstudios.media now where you can see so much more!
I’m super excited for what 2026 has in store for Max Studios. I hope to buy my dream camera (Sony A7iii) and work with even more amazing clients helping them do what I love most.
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Max Dowling
Owner of Max Studios
