About Kristian

Kristian Dowling is a highly respected professional known for his exceptional analytical and creative abilities, delivering impressive outcomes across various demanding scenarios without relying on photo manipulation. His marketing expertise and career experience with top brands have paved his path as an independent strategic brand consultant, offering his services in content creation, directing, and producing both stills and video productions.

His extensive 21-year career highlights include being a renowned celebrity-entertainment photographer, collaborating with prominent figures in major assignments. Kristian's journey has encompassed roles in music video and TV productions, and participation in significant global events like the Beijing Olympics, Cannes Film Festival, New York Fashion Week, and the MTV Awards, as well as touring with Katy Perry.

Kristian Dowling's esteemed role as a 'photographic coach' spans over 16 years, during which he has conducted workshops and provided private tuition to nurture the development of countless emerging photographers. His mentorship has reached thousands, emphasizing the reinforcement of essential photographic skills. Kristian's tutelage particularly concentrates on demystifying the intricacies of manual exposure and lighting control. By equipping his students with these core technical proficiencies, he not only aids them in surmounting initial hurdles but also unlocks a realm of creative potential and opportunities.

In his recent ventures, Kristian has been instrumental with the Leica Camera brand and Ernst Leitz Werkstätten (Leica Watch), as the Content and Community Manager. He has been responsible in overseeing branding and product strategies, content production (both written and visual), and fostering connections with customer and social communities.